Physical Therapist - Orthopedic Resident

Vista Physical Therapy is now recruiting Physical Therapist Residents for our Orthopedic Clinical Residency Program!

~ Experienced clinicians and New Grads welcome! ~ 

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth - Join one of our 34 clinics in the DFW Metroplex.

Vista Physical Therapy is a part of the Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN). We are a leading provider of outpatient orthopedic services across 16 states in the West and Central U.S. We are now recruiting for our July 2026 Orthopedic Clinical Residency cohort. Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced clinician looking to advance your orthopedic expertise, this residency offers the opportunity to grow professionally while practicing in one of our 34 clinics throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Through our partnership with the NAIOMT/Messiah University Orthopedic Clinical Residency Program (OCRP), residents receive structured mentorship, a strong clinical foundation, and a supportive professional development pathway. We are seeking full-time Physical Therapists who are passionate about orthopedic care and eager to thrive in an innovative, forward-thinking environment. As a resident, you will begin working full time in one of our clinics and start the residency cohort in July, balancing hands-on patient care with flexible, high-quality didactic training designed to advance your clinical skills and accelerate your career.

Orthopedic Residency Program Details:

• Cohort Date: July 2026
• Length of Program: 12-24 Months
• Costs: $0 - Program is fully funded by PRN
• Coursework Setting: In-person mentorship hours, asynchronous online courses, scheduled in-person meetings 

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $77,000 – $90,000 annually (DOE)
• Monthly incentive bonus: Up to $2,500/month (up to $32,500/year)
• Student loan reimbursement: Up to $25,000
• Sign-on bonus: Available at select clinics
• Total compensation potential: $120,000 annually based on experience and performance

Benefits:

• $1,500 annual continuing education allowance
• Unlimited MedBridge access
• 21 days of PTO (vacation holidays)
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance
• HSA/FSA options
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Up to $25,000 Student loan repayment
• Sign-On/Relocation Bonus for select locations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral bonus program
• Flexible schedules (3- or 4-day workweeks available)
• Clinical mentorship & leadership development
• Career advancement across our national PRN network

Our culture:

Vista Physical Therapy deliver personalized, hands-on, and evidence-based outpatient orthopedic care. Our clinical culture is centered around delivering personalized, hands-on, evidence-based care while fostering an environment where clinicians feel supported, inspired, and empowered. Services include:

• Orthopedic and sports therapy
• Manual therapy and functional rehabilitation
• Spine rehab and chronic condition management
• Pre- and post-op care
• Vestibular therapy and clinic-specific specialties

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interested in learning more? Apply today to connect with a recruiter!

Salary : $77,000 - $90,000