The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) in conjunction with the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, are proud to offer a clinical residency program for physical therapists interested in pursuing a career in geriatric physical therapy. The residency program is accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
The program spans 13 months beginning around August each year and offers high quality clinical, educational, and research opportunities to prepare physical therapists to become board certified geriatric physical therapy specialists. The mission of the program is to develop clinician leaders with advanced knowledge, skills and professional behaviors that will shape the future of geriatric physical therapy and create autonomous practitioners through research, education and patient care.
Compensation and Benefits
Program participants are employed full time by the OSUMC, including a benefits package. Salary is commensurate with revenue-generating clinic time. Participants do not pay tuition.
Eligibility
- Must be eligible for physical therapy licensure in the state of Ohio by our program start date (new graduates must sit for April board exam)
- Must be eligible for full time employment within the OSUWMC Outpatient Rehabilitation services
- Must meet application deadlines with complete materials (see link to RF-PTCAS application below)
- APTA membership required throughout the program duration
To apply, candidates should complete the application through the APTA’s centralized application system RF-PTCAS
Geriatric Physical Therapy Residency Details
Outpatient Clinical Site
How to Apply
Applications are currently open and can be completed through APTA's centralized application system RF-PTCAS.
Please contact us for more information
Program Director: Jess Donovan
Jessica.Donovan2@osumc.edu
Research and Education Director: Deb Kegelmeyer
Deb.Kegelmeyer@osumc.edu
Accreditation and Program Outcomes
“I applied for the OSUWMC Geriatric Residency because of my interest and awareness of the aging demographic shift and growing need for geriatric specialized providers. I chose the OSUWMC Geriatric Residency because of the opportunity for mentorship from leaders in the field, clinical experience in multiple practice settings with older adults, and didactic material to assist with preparation for the GCS board exam. The OSUWMC Geriatric Residency provides many opportunities for professional growth and development including specialty rotations, teaching Ohio State DPT student labs, research, community volunteer programs and presentations at the local and national level. I am grateful for my experience in the OSUWMC Geriatric Residency and would recommend it to anyone interested in working with older adults!” – Katie, 2023 Graduate
“I am so grateful for the OSUWMC Geriatric Residency! The depth of knowledge I gained from this program was invaluable. All mentors were extremely professional, up to date on current best practice, and truly cared about my success. I still remember when one faculty member clearly told me, “Jonathan, we are here so that you succeed. We have your back.” This sentiment was shared among the entire residency team and from day one I knew I would be well supported. I am forever grateful for the OSUWMC Geriatric Residency for helping me reach my professional goals. Through this program, I achieved in one year what would have taken me 10 to achieve on my own.” – Jonathan, 2022 Graduate
"I chose The Ohio State University for my geriatric residency program for many reasons, but a main reason was because of the involvement with teaching. The ability to be able to be in the labs with DPT students and assist with teaching, presenting, and grading was invaluable to me. I also chose Ohio State due to its mentorship structure and the various rotations involved that felt important for me to complete in a geriatric residency. I loved the geriatric residency due to its strong mentorship program, the involvement with teaching, honestly the reputation of THE Ohio State University, and the settings you get to work in. I would absolutely choose Ohio State again and again!" – Monica, 2021 Graduate