Paid Mentorship Program for Neurologic Physical Therapy
A 16-week paid mentorship for new graduates to build expert clinical skills alongside rehabilitation leaders at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare.
*Submit your application by April 15th*
June 8 – September 25 | Summer 2026 Cohort Now Open
1:1 Mentorship with Experts in Your Field
Work side by side with experienced neuro PTs who guide your clinical growth.
Inpatient & Outpatient Experience
Gain hands-on experience treating patients across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Weekly Didactics and Co-Treatments
Participate in structured learning sessions and team-based patient care for practical skill development.
Specialty Neuro Clinics
Observe and treat beside expert clinicians in specialized neuro clinics to expand your knowledge.
Gradual Caseload & NPTE Prep Time
Build confidence with a gradual caseload and get time off to take your licensing exam.
Paid Program and Potential Employment
Earn while you learn, with the opportunity for a full-time role upon program completion.
Designed for new graduate neuro physical therapists, this paid 16-week mentorship helps you transition from student to confident clinician.
What to Expect:
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- 32 hours per week before NPTE, increasing to 40 after passing the exam
- Time off to prepare for and take the NPTE
- Structured mentorship with experienced neurologic PTs
- Hands-on patient care from day one
What You’ll Gain:
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- Stronger clinical reasoning and patient management skills
- Experience treating complex neurologic conditions
- Exposure to interdisciplinary care (PT, OT, SLP, physiatry)
- Confidence entering your first full-time role
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How You'll Learn
- Focused training on stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, vestibular, and more
- 1-on-1 guidance, co-treatments, and real-time feedback
- Shadow experts in advanced inpatient and outpatient facilities
- Weekly didactic education including Neuroplasticity, Motor Learning, Stroke, HIGT, Locomotor CPG, Spinal Cord Injury, Parkinson’s disease, MS, Vestibular dysfunction, Concussion, Mild cognitive impairment and dementia, FND, Gait, Balance, Bracing, Neuromuscular Disorders, and more
Compensation & Support
- 16-week paid position
- Structured schedule with built-in mentorship
- Time off for NPTE prep and exam
- Supportive, growth-focused environment alongside nationally-recognized leaders in rehabilitation
After the Program
- High-performing program participants may be considered for full-time opportunities at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, based on fit and availability
Apply for Gaylord's Neurologic Physical Therapy Mentorship Program
June 8 – September 25 | Summer 2026 Cohort Now Open
Take a bold first step in your career as a neurologic physical therapist. Click to apply and a member of our team will reach out with more information.
*Please submit your application no later than April 15th to be considered.*