Physical Therapy Residency Programs at Mary Free Bed

Lulenski-Smith Residency in Neurological Physical Therapy

Mary Free Bed Guild Residency in Pediatric Physical Therapy

Overview

A planned program of post-professional clinical and research training for physical therapists.

Goal

To prepare superior physical therapists for a career promoting the continued integration of practice, research, and scholarly inquiry.

Curriculum

The curriculum is based, in part, on the most recent Description of Specialty Practice (DSP) in:

• Neurologic Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association
• Pediatric Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association

One half of the time will be spent in clinical settings at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital and one-half time will be spent completing research under the direction and guidance of Grand Valley State University or Mary Free Bed personnel. Other activities include physician rounds, Grand Rounds, case presentations, and lectures.

Term

(Michigan Physical Therapy license required before start)
The term is for one year, beginning after graduation. 

Employment

The resident will be offered full-time status as a Mary Free Bed employee, and, on completion of the hiring process, is eligible for Mary Free Bed benefits.

Academic Appointment

While employment status is with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, the resident is also eligible for an appointment as research resident at Grand Valley State University.

Salary

Salary is paid bi-weekly. Additional funds may be available for educational experiences.

Support

Financial support is available for research expenses and for presentations at state, regional, and national meetings that take place after the completion of the residency. Student loans are deferrable during the residency.

Eligibility

The applicant must be a Michigan physical therapy student in the final year of his or her program or a recent graduate. 

Application Requirements

• Faculty recommendation
• Excellent communication skills
• Physical ability to perform manual examination and treatment procedures
• Psychological, social, and physical stability required for successful completion of the program
• Evidence of commitment to a career promoting the continued integration of practice, research, and scholarly inquiry in neurological or pediatric physical therapy
• Satisfactory attendance and performance during clinical educational experiences
• Strong skills in scientific inquiry and writing and satisfactory progress in the respective physical therapy program's research requirement

Recipient Selection

A Residency Selection Committee will select recipients based on the established criteria. An interview with the Residency Selection Committee is required.

Completion

The resident will receive a certificate of residency completion from Grand Valley State University and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital.

Contact

Stephanie Dombrowski
Employment Specialist
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
235 Wealthy SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616.242.0468 - or - 800.528.8989, ext 4468
Stephanie.Dombrowski@MaryFreeBed.com

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Physical Therapy Residency Brochure