Applications Closed for Summit Orthopedics’ 2026 Physical Therapist Residency
Summit Orthopedics Physical Therapist Residency Program, offering Sports and Orthopedic residency tracks for physical therapists looking to advance their clinical expertise.

2026 Physical Therapist Residency Applications
- Tracks Offered: Sports Residency and Orthopedic Residency
- Program Length: 13 months
- Start Date: August 2026
- Positions Available: Up to two
- Location: Summit Orthopedics clinics across the Twin Cities metro area
- Mentorship: Minimum of 150 hours, including at least 100 hours of one-on-one mentoring
- Collaboration: In partnership with Motion
Why Complete a Residency at Summit Orthopedics?
Summit Orthopedics is recognized as a leader in musculoskeletal and sports medicine care, offering a collaborative environment where physical therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals work closely to achieve the best patient outcomes.
Residents gain exposure to a wide range of orthopedic and sports injuries, advanced post-operative rehabilitation techniques, and on-field or sideline sports coverage opportunities, all within a physician-led practice model.
Our Plymouth location, a Shoulder Center for Excellence, serves as a cornerstone clinical site, reflecting Summit’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in specialty orthopedic care.
How to Apply:
Applicants to the Sports Residency must also provide proof of one of the following: Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) credential, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification, or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.

