Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant: Rehab & Mobility

Northwoods Rehab; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwoods Rehab in Minneapolis, MN seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. You will assist in evaluations, treatment plan development, and delivering targeted exercises to residents to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills.

The role requires an associate degree, current state licensure or license eligibility, and a commitment to ongoing professional development within a collaborative rehab team.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or license eligible.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the physical therapist.
• Identifies indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assists in the evaluation under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Assists the physical therapist in identifying a target list, short-term goals, long-term goals and treatment plan.
• Conducts individual treatment as assigned by the physical therapist and outlined in treatment plan that includes muscle strength, mobility, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities.
• Assists in establishing and modifying patient schedules in conjunction with the physical therapist and other team members.
• Maintains acceptable patient care ratios as determined by the physical therapist.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Northwoods Rehab in Minneapolis, MN seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. You will assist in evaluations, treatment plan development, and delivering targeted exercises to residents to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills.

The role requires an associate degree, current state licensure or license eligibility, and a commitment to ongoing professional development within a collaborative rehab team.