Training the Next Generation of MSK Care Leaders
iMSKA offers opportunities for internationally or domestically trained new and experienced clinicians. Apply today and take part in advancing musculoskeletal care for physicians, providers, and patients. Click below to learn more about our available post-professional opportunities.
Post-Professional Opportunities
Research Fellowship Program
The Research Fellowship program offers clinicians the opportunity to gain experience and exposure to the clinical research process. It is a part-time opportunity (approximately 10 hours per week) with hourly compensation in addition to clinical responsibilities. Research Fellows gain experience in research by:
- Support the execution of clinical research studies, including participant coordination, data collection, and manuscript development.
- Perform statistical analysis and create interpretative reports to support research findings.
- Assist with regulatory compliance and grant reporting
- Contribute to literature reviews and formulation of research questions to guide ongoing investigations.
- Aid in clinical pathway development and improvement by evaluating evidence, supporting quality audits, and sharing findings through presentations and publications.
Orthopedic Residency Program
In partnership with ATI, the mission In partnership with ATI, the mission of the Orthopedic Residency program is to create a growth opportunity for Physical Therapists interested in becoming board-certified clinical specialists in Orthopedic physical therapy. The program provides
a quality advanced education with guided growth and continuous improvement through strategic initiatives to enhance patient care.
- Orthopedic locations include Boston, MA, Greenville, SC and Dallas, TX (2026)
- Area.-Runs August through the following September
- Credentialed since 2013
- 98% first time pass rate on the OCS
- Apply through RFPTCAS (Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapy Centralized Application System)
Sports Residency Program
In partnership with ATI, the mission of the Sports Residency program is to create a growth opportunity for physical therapists interested in becoming a board-certified clinical specialist in sports physical therapy. The program will provide a quality advanced education, including guided growth and continuous improvement through strategic initiatives to enhance patient care.
- Sports locations include Birmingham, AL, Charleston, SC, Chicago, IL, Greenville, SC, Phoenix, AZ and Tacoma, WA
- Runs August through the following September
- Credentialed since 2008
- 95% first time pass rate on the SCS
- Apply through RFPTCAS (Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapy Centralized Application System)
Upper Extremity Athlete Fellowship Program
In partnership with ATI, the fellowship is a 12-months long commitment. The first five months (September-January) are spent in Greenville, SC, focusing on intense upper extremity mentoring by our faculty. The last seven months (February-August) are spent with our team affiliate. The fellowship focuses on preparing and developing clinicians for working in professional sports and who are ready to treat all upper extremity injuries, ranging from Little League Elbow to shoulder arthroplasty and hand and wrist injuries.
- Fellows spend 5 months in Greenville, SC, and then 7 months working with a Major League Baseball team affiliate during spring training and remain at their rehab facility.
- More than 10 graduates of this program currently sit on Major League staffs.
- Runs September – August
- Partnerships with the following professional teams: Kansas City Royals™, Colorado Rockies™, and Chicago Cubs™.
- Apply through RFPTCAS (Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapy Centralized Application System)
