Sports Physical Therapy Fellow-Vikings Training HAUS

This Sports Physical Therapy Fellowship offers a unique advanced-level training opportunity for a licensed Physical Therapist to work with the Minnesota Vikings football club and Twin Cities Orthopedics sports-based clinics. Spanning approximately 12-14 months the fellowship combines immersive hands-on experience with a professional team during training camp and NFL season with ongoing mentorship in clinical practice in the sports outpatient settings.

The Fellowship serves in a dual role partnering closely with the Minnesota Vikings Club and TCO/Training HAUS outpatient clinics. While at the Vikings the Fellow collaborates with athletic trainers medical staff and coaching personnel to support the health and performance of elite athletes. Responsibilities include assisting in injury evaluation rehabilitation planning and day-to-day management of professional football players.

Following training camp the Fellow continues to deliver high-quality evidence-based care within the Vikings organization as well as across outpatient sports orthopedic clinics working with a diverse population of athletes and patients. Core responsibilities include performing comprehensive evaluations developing and implementing individualized treatment plans and advancing functional outcomes.

This fellowship is designed to elevate clinical expertise decision-making and interdisciplinary collaboration skills in a high-performance sports environment preparing the Fellow for advanced practice in the professional setting of sports physical therapy.

Twin Cities Orthopedics/Training HAUS is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the Minnesota Vikings including Director of Sports Medicine Associate Head Athletic Trainer TCO Contracted Vikings PT TCO Sports Residency/Fellowship Director with all matters pertaining to prevention treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes. The fellow must maintain communication with Contracted Vikings Role at Minnesota Vikings who serves as the primary mentor for the fellowship.
• Assist in the recognition and referral of all major injuries and illnesses to the Director of Sports Medicine and Vikings staff.
• Assist Associate Head Athletic Trainer in executing all processes in player care and logistics
• Assist with practice coverage and field set up as directed as well as game day rehab as needed.
• Manage Recovery Room modalities and schedule services as needed
• Assist with Combine and non-Combine annual process as requested
• Routinely evaluate and treat outpatient conditions in consultation with physician
• Occasionally evaluate and treat outpatient conditions under direct access
• Participate in Fellowship and Resident Program Curriculum Requirements
• Effectively determine and apply a wide variety of therapeutic exercises modalities manual therapy and other treatments in accordance with state practice act
• Document patient care services according to regulatory and department guidelines
• Direct supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Athletic Trainer (ATC) may be required
• Collaborate with Sports Fellowship and Residency Director physicians managers and staff across the organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic setting
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on clinic needs including but not limited to variable shifts multiple clinic locations etc.
• Maintain safe environment for self staff and patients
• Occasionally participate in community functions relating to TCO Training HAUS Minnesota Vikings outreach events throughout the year
• Travel to other work locations if required
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face phone and email interactions. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science from a four-year college or University.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE accredited program.
• Licensed Physical Therapist with successful completion of the NPTE exam
• Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) in Sports Physical Therapy or completion of an accredited Sports Physical Therapy Residency.
• 2 years of certified athletic training/physical therapy experience working Power 4 collegiate football or in the NFL.
• Eligible for licensure to practice in the state of Minnesota.
• CPR and first-aid certification for professional rescuer.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with multiple priorities.
• Certifications relevant to position/degree including but not limited to CSCS PES and SCCC

Benefits & Compensation:

• Up to $79000 for 14 months prorated based on expected timeline (dependent on Vikings season)
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package - to learn more click here.
  • Employees working 30 hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (w/Maternity Bundle) Dental & Vision plans as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
  • All employees regardless of hours are eligible for 401(k) Profit Sharing Employee Assistance Program Lifetime Fitness Subsidy Car Rental discounts Home Auto & Pet insurance savings programs & more.

Working Conditions:

• Frequentlylift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires the ability to stand walk bend and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing pulling and reaching.
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g. computer phone printer).

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies procedures practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g. HIPAA Stark OSHA employment laws etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work at an efficient and productive pace handle interruptions appropriately and meet workload effectively.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face phone and email interactions. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Notes

• Revo/ i-Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants or employees who wish to request an accommodation may do so by emailing . For more information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
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