As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide treatment, education, and consultation services aimed at improving patients' physical abilities. You serve diverse patient populations across multiple settings including outpatient, inpatient, nursing homes, and home health care. This role requires licensure, adherence to established guidelines, and offers a meaningful contribution to patient recovery within a respected healthcare system.
Job Description:Ready to take the next step in your career with one of the region’s most respected healthcare systems? Essentia Health is seeking motivated individuals who are committed to excellence. As our Physical Therapist Assistant, you’ll be an essential member of a team that values integrity, respect, and community.Education Qualifications:Graduate from an American Physical Therapy Association approved physical therapist associate degree program
What you will do:
Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides Physical Therapy services following the established practice guidelines, including treatment, education, documentation, and consultation services to improve clients' abilities to their highest feasible level.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to maintain and grow your clinical skills by working with a diverse range of patient populations and diagnoses. You'll provide care across multiple settings—outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, and home health—offering both professional variety and meaningful impact at every stage of the patient journey.
Schedule: 40 hours per week. Typical hours would be Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm or 8am-4:30pm. May be asked to work a weekend shift. Holiday rotation.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:Licensed in the state which services are performed.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Fosston Hospital
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 7am - 8am /3pm - 4pm
Hours Per Pay Period: 80
Compensation Range: $25.69 - $38.54 / hour
Union:
FTE: 1
Weekends: As needed
Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus:
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