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Physical Therapy Resident

CompanyTampa General Hospital
LocationTampa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This role involves planning and administering treatment and therapy programs for patients with cognitive and physical disabilities to maximize their functional independence under general supervision. The resident will rotate through various service lines within the Acute Care Rehabilitation Department over a 13-month program.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
8581
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions. TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s. TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.
About the Role

*This position is reserved for the Neurologic Physical Therapy Resident candidates who have been invited to apply*

 

Under the general supervision of the Manager and according to the established policies and procedures, plans and administers treatment and therapy programs designed to assist patients having various cognitive and physical disabilities to achieve their highest level of functional independence. Also responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.


TGH’s Acute Care Rehabilitation Department, or Hospital Based Rehabilitation, comprises over 75 therapists between physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT) and speech language pathology (SLP). Together, we manage a daily caseload of 450 patients throughout the acute care setting. During the 13-month program, the resident will rotate through the department’s various teams managing patients in various service lines.

  • ICU: Multiple Medical, Medical Surgical, Vascular, Cardiac, Cardiothoracic surgery, Neurologic and Burn
  • Step-down ICU Units: Medical, Cardiac, Vascular and Trauma
  • Floors: Various Oncology service lines, Cardiac telemetry, Medical telemetry, Medical/Surgical, Neurological, Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma, Elective Joint, Transplant, Ante/Post partum, Gastrointestinal surgery, Emergency Department and Observation Units.
  • 4-week Elective: Choose your own adventure and return to the service line of your choice


Residency Admission Requirements:

The following are prerequisites for an applicant to apply for TGH neurologic residency:


1. Graduate of a CAPTE accredited physical therapy program. (at start time of residency)
2. Hold in good standing a current license to practice PT in the state of Florida (temporary license is acceptable, residents must disclose to program director examination date at time of admission to program).
3. Meet all eligibility requirements to be employed as a practicing PT within TGH.
4. Submit current resume or CV.
5. Member APTA.
6. 3 references from PTs one from academia and one who has directly worked with applicant in clinical setting (such as CI or PT supervisor).
7. Most up to date transcript from all Universities attended.
8. Statement of interest regarding Tampa General Hospital Rehabilitation Services Neurologic Residency Program and professional goals.

Key Skills
Physical TherapyNeurologic RehabilitationPatient CareTreatment PlanningFunctional IndependenceAcute CareICU ManagementTrauma CareClinical RotationAPTA Membership
Categories
HealthcareEducationScience & Research