Physical Therapist

Summit Orthopedics; Vadnais Heights, Forest Lake (MN, MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Orthopedics is seeking a full‑time Physical Therapist to support orthopedic care at our Vadnais Heights and Forest Lake clinics. Under the supervision of the Physical Therapy Manager, you will evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs and coordinate with physicians.

You will educate patients and families, maintain records, and contribute to clinic education and quality improvement. The role may require floating to other Summit locations and requires BLS certification and licensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor or better in Physical Therapy or related field.
• Doctorate or better in Physical Therapy.
• Masters or better in Physical Therapy.
• One year of previous physical therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements patients’ treatment program in coordination with medical staff.
• Instructions and/or confers with physician and medical staff on patient care issues as indicated.
• Maintains patient records, charts, and discharge summaries.
• Educates patients and family in proper self‑management care and exercise programs.
• Assists other therapists in planning treatment programs.
• Follow policies and procedures governing the handling of confidential information.

Education

Bachelors or better in Physical Therapy or related field

Doctorate or better in Physical Therapy

Masters or better in Physical Therapy

Job description

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the impact each member of the Summit Family has on one another and on our patients every day. Join a patient‑first environment where our values — Better together, Own it, Nimble, Excellence, and Service — are lived down to our BONES. At Summit, team members feel respected, valued, and connected to meaningful work, contributing to a collaborative, community‑centered culture built on mutual respect and enjoyment.

Under the supervision of the Physical Therapy Manager, the Physical Therapist will aid in the orthopedic care and treatment of patients by planning, interpreting, and implementing specific therapy treatment programs.

This is a full‑time position based at our Vadnais Heights and Forest Lake clinics. 40 hours per week. This position may also require flexibility to float to other Summit locations as needed.

• Evaluates, plans and implements patients’ treatment program in coordination with medical staff.
• Instructions and/or confers with physician and medical staff on patient care issues as indicated.
• Recommends physical therapy policies and procedures concerning services provided.
• Evaluates charts and reports on patient’s progress.
• Maintains patient records, charts, and discharge summaries.
• Educates patients and family in proper self‑management care and exercise programs.
• Conducts and participates in clinic educational programs.
• Assists other therapists in planning treatment programs.
• Participates in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions.
• Participates in establishing job requirements and goals; performs duties at the desired level of competency.
• Ensure that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective, and efficient environment.
• Maintains currency in field through continuing educations, literature, and seminars.
• Follow policies and procedures governing the handling of confidential information as defined by Summit Orthopedics and applicable laws and regulations. Regularly reviews accuracy, availability, and security of information.
• Complies with federal, state and local legal and professional requirements by staying current with existing and new legislation and advises management on needed actions.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Summit's hiring range for this position is $82,053 to $102,567 per year. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub‑specialty clinics, walk‑in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post‑surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1,200+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Physical Therapy or related field.

Preferred

Doctorate or better in Physical Therapy.

Masters or better in Physical Therapy.

Experience

Preferred

One year of previous physical therapy experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

Licensed Physical Ther

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