Physical Therapy Residency 2026-2027 (Neurological, Orthopedic, or Pediatrics)
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Physical Therapy Residency 2026-2027 (Neurological, Orthopedic, or Pediatrics)
Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency
Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency
Residency Information
Resident spends more than half of their time providing clinical services to patients across 3 outpatient therapy departments (Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center, Spine Center, Pain Center) with mentorship from designated MFB clinical staff. Resident assumes full responsibility for evaluating patient’s need for physical therapy. Plans and executes individual treatment programs in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Michigan. Develops treatment skills through continuing education, mentoring meetings with physical therapy staff, physicians and other clinicians.
Remaining time is spent completing programmatic assigned didactics, conducting a scientific inquiry project, and assisting with teaching responsibilities at Grand Valley State University as assigned per program requirements. Presents scientific inquiry project findings in Grand Rounds upon completion of the Residency Program.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care.
Staff will provide patient care, treatment and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation.
Evaluates patient condition.
Establishes treatment goals in collaboration with patient and family as appropriate, and in collaboration with the treatment team. Treatment goals should be interdisciplinary and patient-centered whenever possible. Establishes written treatment plan and administers treatment for each patient according to the stated goals. Delegates responsibilities to physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation technicians as appropriate.
Re‑evaluates patient’s status and effects of treatment. Revises treatment plan as necessary. Reviews revised goals with patient and family as appropriate.
Evaluates patient’s need for medical equipment and orders the appropriate equipment as necessary. Evaluates equipment upon delivery and instructs patient, patient’s family and health care workers on its use.
Participates in planning for patient discharge by considering and communicating with patient, family, community support/services and environmental limitations.
Documents patient’s status and progress through initial evaluation, progress notes, and discharge summary according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care.
Participates in conferences, discussions and exchange of written records with other interdisciplinary team members to integrate physical therapy treatment plan.
Instructs the patient and the family in physical therapy procedures as part of the home program. Provides written instructions as necessary.
Instructs the visiting public, medical students, physicians and other professionals in methods and objectives in area of expertise.
Attends various meetings and in‑services as designated.
Follows all hospital policy and procedures including but not limited to patient confidentiality and infection control.
Adheres to the Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients, coworkers and members of the community.
Functions as a patient advocate and maintains patient confidentiality.
Embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by:
Treating everyone with dignity and respect.
Opening more doors to opportunities for underrepresented cultures.
Growing talent and people.
Evaluating and eliminating disparities.
Taking action against injustices, bias and racism.
Honoring our differences and how to collaborate.
Educating staff, patients, and communities we care for.
Restoring hope and freedom, together.
Essential Job Qualifications
Graduate of Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) Accredited Physical Therapy Program.
Licensed in Michigan.
Possesses and maintains CPR certification to meet department/program protocol.
Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification
Remaining in a stationary position: Frequently.
Traverse or move around work location: Majority.
Use keyboard: None.
Operate or use department specific equipment: None.
Ascend/descend equipment or ladder: None.
Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None.
Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: None.
Transport, position, and/or exert force:
Up to 10 pounds: ___
Up to 25 pounds: ___
Up to 50 pounds: ___
Up to 75 pounds: ___
More than 100 pounds: Majority
Other weight: Up to ___ pounds ___
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@maryfreebed.com.
Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristic.
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Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency
Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency
Residency Information
Resident spends more than half of their time providing clinical services to patients across 3 outpatient therapy departments (Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center, Spine Center, Pain Center) with mentorship from designated MFB clinical staff. Resident assumes full responsibility for evaluating patient’s need for physical therapy. Plans and executes individual treatment programs in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Michigan. Develops treatment skills through continuing education, mentoring meetings with physical therapy staff, physicians and other clinicians.
Remaining time is spent completing programmatic assigned didactics, conducting a scientific inquiry project, and assisting with teaching responsibilities at Grand Valley State University as assigned per program requirements. Presents scientific inquiry project findings in Grand Rounds upon completion of the Residency Program.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care.
Staff will provide patient care, treatment and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation.
Evaluates patient condition.
Establishes treatment goals in collaboration with patient and family as appropriate, and in collaboration with the treatment team. Treatment goals should be interdisciplinary and patient-centered whenever possible. Establishes written treatment plan and administers treatment for each patient according to the stated goals. Delegates responsibilities to physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation technicians as appropriate.
Re‑evaluates patient’s status and effects of treatment. Revises treatment plan as necessary. Reviews revised goals with patient and family as appropriate.
Evaluates patient’s need for medical equipment and orders the appropriate equipment as necessary. Evaluates equipment upon delivery and instructs patient, patient’s family and health care workers on its use.
Participates in planning for patient discharge by considering and communicating with patient, family, community support/services and environmental limitations.
Documents patient’s status and progress through initial evaluation, progress notes, and discharge summary according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care.
Participates in conferences, discussions and exchange of written records with other interdisciplinary team members to integrate physical therapy treatment plan.
Instructs the patient and the family in physical therapy procedures as part of the home program. Provides written instructions as necessary.
Instructs the visiting public, medical students, physicians and other professionals in methods and objectives in area of expertise.
Attends various meetings and in‑services as designated.
Follows all hospital policy and procedures including but not limited to patient confidentiality and infection control.
Adheres to the Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients, coworkers and members of the community.
Functions as a patient advocate and maintains patient confidentiality.
Embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by:
Treating everyone with dignity and respect.
Opening more doors to opportunities for underrepresented cultures.
Growing talent and people.
Evaluating and eliminating disparities.
Taking action against injustices, bias and racism.
Honoring our differences and how to collaborate.
Educating staff, patients, and communities we care for.
Restoring hope and freedom, together.
Essential Job Qualifications
Graduate of Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) Accredited Physical Therapy Program.
Licensed in Michigan.
Possesses and maintains CPR certification to meet department/program protocol.
Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification
Remaining in a stationary position: Frequently.
Traverse or move around work location: Majority.
Use keyboard: None.
Operate or use department specific equipment: None.
Ascend/descend equipment or ladder: None.
Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None.
Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: None.
Transport, position, and/or exert force:
Up to 10 pounds: ___
Up to 25 pounds: ___
Up to 50 pounds: ___
Up to 75 pounds: ___
More than 100 pounds: Majority
Other weight: Up to ___ pounds ___
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@maryfreebed.com.
Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristic.
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