Physical Therapy Resident

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Program offers post-professional positions as part of its accredited physical therapy residency and fellowship programs. These positions are housed within the ETSU DPT program and the ETSU Health Physical Therapy clinics.

The successful candidates’ primary duties will be to provide physical therapy services within any of the ETSU Health Physical Therapy clinics or settings, complete research projects under the supervision of the Doctor of Physical Therapy faculty, and assist in instructing curriculum within the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. The position is full- time, and the associated hours are based on the individual programs’ planned activities.

These are temporary positions, filled annually with opportunity for renewal only in the two-year fellowship. This position includes limited benefits. Benefits will be provided based on the program and affiliated clinic site, as outlined in the contract. Successful candidates must be offered positions within the program before completing this application. Responsible to the Director of Physical Therapy Clinical Services, Director of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship programs, and the Program Director of the Doctoral Physical Therapy program.

Required Qualifications

•  Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
•  Eligible for a professional license as a physical therapist in the state of Tennessee. 
• Successful navigation of electronic medical records. 
• Admittance to the post-profession program.
• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations