Physical Therapist

HealthPartners; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol View Transitional Care Center, part of HealthPartners, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a transitional care setting. The role involves planning, administering, and evaluating targeted treatments, with emphasis on restoring function and reducing pain in a patient-centered manner.

The position is casual/per diem with shifts; Minnesota licensure is required and the facility operates within a hospital

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree as a physical therapist assistant.
• Licensed and registered Physical Therapy Assistant with unrestricted license to practice in the State of Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for adult and geriatric patients to restore function and relieve pain.
• Tests and measures patient strength, motor development, sensory perception, and response to treatment.
• Develops treatment plans and goals tailored to the patient.
• Instructs and motivates patients to perform activities and consults with licensed Physical Therapist.

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant degree

Job description

Capitol View Transitional Care Center is a state-of-the-art true transitional care unit (TCU) located in Regions Hospital (we are part of the HealthPartners organization as a separate nonprofit organization.) We provide quality care to patients from 18+ years of age who are in need of a short-term stay. Our average length of stay is 17 days. Come join our team as a Physical Therapy and see how rewarding and fun work can be in a TCU!

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for adult and geriatric patients suffering from injuries or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Accurately tests and measures patient’s strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and response to treatment and development needs.
• Develops and carries treatment plans and goals specifically designed for the patient.
• Instructs and motivates patients to perform various physical activities and consults with licensed Physical Therapist to advance or modify established goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

FTE: 0.0; Casual/Per Diem

Work Schedule: 8am-430pm; Required to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree as a physical therapist assistant
• Licensed and registered Physical Therapy Assistant with unrestricted license to practice in the State of Minnesota