TPS @ Advent Health Outpatient Clinics | 12-Month Program |

Salary is not reduced during residency! 

Take Your Clinical Practice to the Next Level

Therapy Partner Solutions (TPS) is seeking motivated physical therapists to join our Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, a structured, high-impact training experience designed to accelerate clinical expertise and prepare clinicians for the Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) examination.

TPS, therapist-owned and operated since 2016, is dedicated to providing exceptional therapy services. We understand therapists because we are therapists ourselves, and we recognize the unique challenges clinicians face every day. As the provider of outpatient therapy services for Advent Health in Sebring, Wauchula, and Lake Placid, we’re proud to be part of a strong, multidisciplinary team that brings together physical and occupational therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.

This program combines full-time clinical practice with advanced education and mentorship, helping you develop into a confident, highly skilled orthopedic clinician.

Possible Locations based on Mentor Availability:Sebring, Wauchula, and Lake Placid

About the Residency Program

Developed in partnership with Therapy Partner Solutions, this residency is built by clinicians, for clinicians—with a focus on real world application, mentorship, and long-term professional growth.

Residents participate in a comprehensive blended learning model, including:

• 300+ hours of structured didactic education
• 150 hours of 1:1 mentorship
• Full-time patient care in an orthopedic setting
• Asynchronous and live virtual learning
• In-person weekend intensive courses

Program Highlights

• Structured curriculum aligned with OCS preparation
• Mentorship from experienced orthopedic clinicians
• Integration of evidence-based practice into daily care
• Exposure to a wide variety of orthopedic conditions
• Development of clinical reasoning and advanced skillsets

Curriculum Includes

• Spine & lumbopelvic management
• Upper extremity Intensive
• Lower extremity Intensive
• Dry Needling Certification
• Current Concepts of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy coursework
• Asynchronous content modules from Hospital of Special Surgery
• Evidence-based practice & clinical reasoning
• Journal clubs and case-based discussions

What to Expect as a Resident

• Maintain full-time clinical schedule
• Complete ~300+ hours of structured educational activities
• Participate in ongoing mentorship
• Engage in independent study and professional development
• Collaborate with a network of residents and mentors

Why Join This Program?

• Accelerated Professional Growth - Develop advanced orthopedic skillsets in one year
• Mentorship-Driven Learning – Individualized guidance from experienced clinicians
• Career Advancement – Strong preparation for OCS certification
• Built-in Clinical Community – Be part of a culture that prioritizes excellence

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program
• Licensed (or eligible) in the state of practice
• Employed full-time by start of program
• APTA and Orthopedic Section memberships before program start

Program Commitment

• 12-month structured residency program
• Completion of all educational and clinical requirements
• [Optional: Post-residency employment commitment details]

What Makes an Ideal Candidate?

• Growth mindset
• Coachable
• Passion for orthopedics
• Self-motivated
• Organized

Program Differentiators

• Hybrid model
• Weekend intensives included
• Lower cost vs traditional residencies

Program Start Date: February 1st

Full-Time  (include but are not limited to):

• • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Loan Assistance Program
  • Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
  • 3 Weeks Front-Loaded PTO + 6 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with 50% employer match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Options
  • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
  • Compensation: Pay range is based on experience, professional and clinical skill set, and patient outcomes. 

Cost of Program Participation Examples 

• Residency financial structure: 3 options

Apply Today

Take the next step in your career and join a program designed to elevate your clinical expertise and long-term impact as a physical therapist. Applications for residency are open until Oct 2026 for the 2027 cohort. 

Requirements for this position include the following: 

• Graduate (current or pending) from an accredited physical therapy program 
• Active or pending state physical therapist license 
• Employed by start of the residency program