Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program

To prepare the physical therapist interested in Sports Physical Therapy to provide excellent care to athletes of all ages and levels. The graduate will be capable of applying ongoing current concepts in research to patient care.

1. The program will serve to meet the needs of the athletic community by developing sports specialists who can treat athletes of all ages.
2. The program will serve to develop sports specialists who provide evidence-based treatment strategies and incorporate current research into clinical decision-making.
3. The program will deliver a curriculum for a post-professional learning experience that addresses all aspects of the Sports Physical Therapy Description of Residency Practice.
4. The program will prepare the residency to pursue American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists certification as a Sports Clinical Specialist.
5. The program will demonstrate sustainability to maintain ABPTRFE accreditation.
6. The program will serve to develop a sports clinical specialist who is an active member in the community and educator of athletes and team members in up-to-date sports-specific research and techniques.
   
   

Riverside’s Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program is a fully accredited, year-long program, offering physical therapists the ability to gain a variety of arranged experiences in the sports and outpatient settings. Residents will have live didactic education provided by Sports Therapy staff within our facility. Our Residency also partners with local middle school and high school systems; as well as independent sports venues in the Tidewater area.

The program is designed to provide residents with intensive study of sports physical therapy, preparing them to sit for (and pass) the Sports Physical Therapy Clinical Specialist Exam offered by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.

A typical week includes approximately 25-30 hours of out-patient care at our sports/physical therapy clinic in Newport News and Williamsburg locations, 4-6 hours of live class and additional time working with our local school system contracts. As well as planned 1-on-1 mentoring provided by faculty. Opportunities with other community providers are also available including Lionsbridge FC Soccer.

We are looking for passionate, hard-working, responsible, and team oriented physical therapists, who fit the personality of our program. Additionally, a background in sports (athletic trainer, student-athlete, strength & conditioning coach, clinical experience) is preferred. The resident will be a part of an inter-professional, collaborative team with athletic trainers and physicians.
 

STIPENDS

Stipends are awarded to residents at 75% of a full physical therapist salary, which is commensurate with their years of experience.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

You have 30 days from your hire date to enroll. Once enrolled, your benefits will begin on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. You may want to consider an interim medical plan to bridge the gap between your employment start date and the date your Riverside medical insurance begins.s.

MEDICAL & PHARMACY COVERAGE

• Comprehensive medical and pharmacy coverage available at competitive rates
• Lower copays and deductibles when you choose Riverside for you or your family's healthcare needs
• Infertility services and bariatric services covered up to a lifetime cap
• Weight loss medications covered
• Maven advocacy program providing specialized assistance for prenatal care, infertility, family building and menopause.

FULL/PART-TIME ONLY

Unless otherwise noted

• Dental plans to include adult orthodontic & Vision coverage that offers Lasik Vision discounts
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible spending accounts or Health Savings Accounts (based on medical plan)
• Employer-paid life insurance at 1.5 X salary (full time only) provided the first of the month after 90 days
• Employee-paid term life at up to 5 X salary
• Employer-paid disability (full-time only) provided the first of the month after 365 days
• Employee-paid short-term disability
• Whole life insurance with long-term care rider
• Hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurance
• ID theft protection, prepaid legal plan, and home & auto insurance
• Payroll deduction for pet insurance

COMPETITIVE PAY

• Competitive salary or hourly rate right out of the gate
• Discretionary Recognition Bonuses
• Employee Referral Bonuses

RETIREMENT

All team members are eligible, with no waiting period, to make contributions in Riverside's 403(b) plan, with pre-tax and Roth after-tax options.

Match: 50% of up to 5% of your pay, to include up to 2% annually in a Core Contribution. Three year vesting schedule requires 1,000 hours worked each year.

PAID TIME OFF

Up to 120 PTO drop hours plus up to 48 hours of paid sick time, annually.

• PTO Is prorated based on the employee's full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Sick accumulates each pay period based on FTE
• Drop plan balances do not carryover year to year
• Annual PTO allotment refreshes every year on the annual drop date

DISCOUNTS AND PERKS

• 25% off most Riverside services
• Copay discounts on prescription drugs at Pavilion Pharmacy (Standard plan only)
• Discounts at Riverside Childcare
• Discounts at Wellness & Fitness Centers
• Adoption assistance (full/part-time)
• Dollar$mart savings on local services

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Questions? Call HR Support Services at 1-833-971-7252

*Labor Pool/PRN/Temporary worker not eligible for full/part-time benefits listed above. Pay Partial not eligible for employer-paid benefits or paid time off.

ABPTRFE Financial Fact Sheet

The information presented regarding Compensation and Benefits is for illustrative purposes and is subject to change. It is not intended to guarantee employment, specific compensation or benefits. Riverside is an at-will employer.