MUSC Physical Therapy Residency Programs

Open Physical Therapy Residency Positions

Why choose a residency?

As a resident, learning and honing your craft in your specialty area is your job. Through full-time employment, combined with independent didactic study, one-to-one mentorship from board-certified professionals, and both hands-on and online learning, you'll gain advanced clinical abilities in patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. A residency promotes lifelong learning among the residency graduates through preparation to assume a leadership role in the treatment of patients as well as educating and training other health care providers.

Advance your practice through networking opportunities in addition to teaching and learning with peers who share similar goals and interests. Residency graduates will be prepared and qualified to sit for their board certification exam in their residency area.

About MUSC

MUSC has a rich 40+ year history of educating physical therapists at the entry- and post-professional levels. Our academic and clinical faculty have many years of clinical and educational experience in various specialties, holding board certifications in geriatric, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric physical therapy.

Geriatric Residency

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The program aims to elevate practice promoting optimal aging and improving the health of older adults through movement. The program is holistic by including the social determinants of health and integrating best practices understanding the role of the interprofessional team.

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Neurologic Residency

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The MUSC program also includes topics designed to improve all aspects of being a therapist, including neuroplasticity and motor learning, movement analysis, statistical interpretation, business management, professionalism, cultural competency, and teaching and learning theory.

Orthopedic physical therapy resident working with a mentor.

Our program is dedicated to shaping the next generation of orthopedic clinical specialists. We focus on developing reflective practitioners who leverage the latest evidence to deliver exceptional patient care, optimize functional outcomes, and ensure financial sustainability. Dive deep into comprehensive training that covers every body region, with a strong emphasis on assessment and clinical reasoning.

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Pediatric Residency

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The program aims to develop reflective practitioners who constantly seek evidence to promote and provide excellent child and family-integrated care, optimize functional outcomes and life’s participation, utilize financial and physical resources efficiently, and strive for lifelong learning.

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