The University of Miami Sports Medicine Institute Athletic Training Residency Program provides new graduates and entry-level Athletic Trainers (ATs) with an educational experience in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting. ATs will be mentored by nationally recognized Medical Doctors board certified in Sports Medicine at the University of Miami Health System, a premier academic-based research institution. The one-year program starts in August and includes a stipend, medical benefits, dental benefits, retirement matching, and reimbursement for certification renewal, BLS, and CEUs, if applicable.
Mission
Our athletic training residency program cultivates a dynamic learning environment, driven by a commitment to innovation and education. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning, we empower ATs to become leaders in their field, equipped with the knowledge and skills to be successful, independent health care providers in primary care sports medicine.
What Sets Us Apart
What sets our residency program apart from the rest is that on our journey to accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), each component of the program is intentionally designed to create a comprehensive learning experience that aligns with CAATE standards, reinforcing the program’s mission and goals. Residents are encouraged to engage in quality improvement or innovation projects that align with the program’s commitment to cutting-edge practices which will prepare residents for leadership in an evolving field.
Program Structure and Goals
- Mission Integration: The program’s mission aligns with CAATE’s goals, emphasizing innovation, experiential learning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Competency-Based Learning: Each domain is structured around competencies that residents need to master.
- Didactic and Experiential Learning Balance: There is a balance of active learning, clinical rotations, and hands-on experiences.
- Mentorship and Faculty Development: Residents are paired with mentors from various specialties (e.g., primary care, orthopedics) to facilitate diverse perspectives and growth.
Program Domains
Our program focuses on five domains, with each having a blend of instructional methods, clinical experiences, and assessments to ensure mastery.
Domain 1: Risk Reduction, Wellness, and Health Literacy
Objective- Educate on injury prevention, nutrition, mental wellness, and patient education
Domain 2: Assessment, Evaluation, and Diagnosis
Objective- Train residents to conduct thorough assessments and establish accurate diagnoses
Domain 3: Critical Incident Management
Objective- Prepare residents for immediate, high-stakes decision-making in emergencies
Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention
Objective- Empower residents to design, implement, and assess intervention programs
Domain 5: Health Administration and Professional Responsibility
Objective- Equip residents with skills for effective clinic management, compliance, and ethical practice
Residency Board
Medical Director
Jenny Berezanskaya, D.O.
Program Director
Jordan Serrano-Dennis, M.S., LAT, ATC
Program Administrator
Jesica Brown, M.P.S., LAT, ATC
To Apply
Please send the below items to Jordan Serrano-Dennis, Program Director at jxs8121@miami.edu.
- Your resume
- Your personal statement (please include reason for interest in a residency program and provide a brief statement on your experience)
- One letter of recommendation (preferably from a program director, physician, or supervising AT)
Deadline for applications: February 28
