Residency Program
Program Overview
ProActive Physical Therapy has an orthopedic residency program administered by our physical therapy partners Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy in Phoenix, Arizona.
The program was designed to help residents implement evidence-informed practice and skills in the assessment and treatment of orthopedic conditions. The program runs annually, starting in September, with 12-month and 18-month tracks.
During the residency program, you are provided didactic education, skills sessions, and mentoring from expert clinicians throughout Phoenix and Tucson. For more information on our physical therapy residency, and application process, please visit Foothills Residency Program.
Applicant qualifications:
- Graduation from a CAPTE accredited physical therapy program
- Possession or application for Arizona Physical Therapy License (candidates from entry-level physical therapy programs may apply for a temporary licensure to allow you to practice under the supervision of a certified physical therapist while they await the passing of the licensure examination).
- Meet all eligibility requirements for employment as a physical therapist with ProActive Physical Therapy
- Demonstrate that they are eligible for membership within the APTA
- No transfer credits will be accepted for completion of the programs clinical and didactic training requirements
Application and selection process A centralized application system (RF-PTCAS) is required for applicants to apply to our program.
Selection of applicants:
A selection committee composed of the clinic owner, program director, clinic owners, and members of the program faculty will determine overall selection. Applications will be accepted up until February 1st of each successive year. As part of the interview process, applicants would be required to participate in a simulated case review with program faculty for assessment of the candidates clinical reasoning and communication skills as well to serve as a measure of initial level of competence. Successful candidates will be notified by April 1st with the start date being the first full week of September for each representative year.
Meet the Staff
Ted PT, DPT, OCS, TPS, CSCS, Cert. DN
Program Director
Ted PT, DPT, OCS, TPS, CSCS, Cert. DN
Program Director
Jason PT, DPT
Marana
Jason PT, DPT
MaranaEducation: University of Arizona, A.T. Still University
Jason has worked with a diverse population, including high school and college athletic programs, in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation, and worker’s compensation rehabilitation. Jason’s goal is to help patients meet their recovery and physical goals through manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and education.
Scott PT, DPT, Cert DN, Cert SMT
Physical Therapist Green Valley
Scott PT, DPT, Cert DN, Cert SMT
Physical Therapist Green ValleyEducation: University of North Dakota
Scott’s passion is demonstrated by his commitment to his patients. He believes there needs to be a solid relationship between education, communication and reaching understandings of the patient’s goals and expectation of care. He is motivated by celebrating the successes of his patients as they progress in their individualized therapeutic plans into their everyday life.
Scott earned his Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy with a minor in Psychological Sciences in 2005. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine in 2008. He later finished his residency program in 2011 through EIM Regis University with a specialization in spinal manipulation and orthopedic pain management. He is certified in dry needling and spine manipulative therapy through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy and is currently working towards the degree of Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).
Being a CrossFit athlete himself, Scott enjoys working with athletes on preventative programs to keep up with their grueling workouts.