Positions

Two candidates are accepted on a competitive basis each year for the Physical Therapy Geriatric Residency at Mayo Clinic's campus in Phoenix, Arizona. 

Admission requirements

Prerequisites

To be eligible for the Physical Therapy Geriatric Residency you must have:

• Current licensure as a physical therapist by the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy by July start date
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • For information, see the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy website
  • Initiation of application for the fingerprint card is required for residency applications to be considered
• Compliance with Mayo Clinic's general employment requirements, which include a criminal background check and pre-employment drug testing
• Preferred membership in the American Physical Therapy Association and Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy

All applicants are evaluated by the Physical Therapy Geriatric Residency acceptance committee based on these criteria:

• Academic education and degrees obtained
• Clinical education and mentoring experiences
• Clinical experience specific to geriatric physical therapy
• Research experience
• Community service
• Letters of reference

Other factors that weigh into the committee's decision:

• Demonstration of superior verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and publication
• Strong fundamentals in the principles of clinical reasoning and the application of age-appropriate examination and treatment procedures

Admission policies

Non-U.S. citizen applicants

Admission to Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences is open to U.S. workers in the four categories below. Therefore, visa sponsorship is not available.

1. U.S. citizens
2. U.S. nationals
3. Lawful permanent residents
4. Asylees and refugees

Applicants whose primary language is not English must submit results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT). Scores from the speaking portion of the exam are given particular consideration in admission decisions. Learn more about the exam and register online at the Educational Testing Service.

The Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences code for the TOEFL iBT is 5784.

Educational transcripts from schools outside the U.S. must be translated (if they are not already in English) and evaluated for U.S. equivalence by an accredited credential evaluation service company prior to submission. Please refer to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for a list of qualified companies. The applicant pays for the examination and credential-evaluation services.

More information

See further Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences admissions policy information.

How to apply

Disability accommodations

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences values diversity and welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you are anticipating or experiencing disability related barriers in accessing this application, please contact Disability Compliance Advisors at rfaccommodations@mayo.edu.

Application timeline

The application cycle opens on Oct. 16, and all documentation must be received by Jan. 15. The program begins in July.

Application instructions

1. Online application. Complete the online application via the Residency/Fellowship Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (RF-PTCAS) website.

2. Supporting documentation. All supporting documentation will be included in the RF-PTCAS application process. Please direct any questions about this documentation to:
   
   Judy Cimochowski
   Education Coordinator
   Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
   13400 E. Shea Blvd.
   Scottsdale, AZ 85259
   Email: mcamshs@mayo.edu

Interview process

The selection committee carefully reviews each application. Individuals considered for an appointment may be invited to Mayo Clinic in Arizona for an in-person or virtual interview.

Acceptance

Appointment letters are mailed in early March. Your reply is required within 10 business days.