Physical Therapist - 0.6FTE Flex - Brainerd Area

4010 St. Joseph's Medical Center; United States; Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Education budget

Licensure reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient clinics in Brainerd with a flex FTE arrangement (0.6 to 0.9). The role includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified hires and requires a PT license in the state.

The position supports a hybrid/remote option and involves varied shift rotations including weekend hospital coverage. The role emphasizes evaluation, development of individualized treatment plans, evidence-based interventions, patient education, and discharge planning for a

Qualifications

• Educational requirements: Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy accredited program
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state where services are performed

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy evaluation
• Develop individualized treatment plans
• Implement evidence-based interventions
• Provide patient/caregiver education
• Discharge planning for a full patient caseload
• Manage documentation, billing, scheduling, and other administrative duties
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes
• Coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care
• Flex duties across departments when needed
• May serve as clinical instructor and participate in committees

Education

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Building Location: St Josephs - Rehabilitation Department: 4003800 PHYSICAL THERAPY - SJMC Job Description: Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health. This is a Flex FTE Physical Therapist position primarily serving outpatient clinics in Brainerd and surrounding areas. Minimum commitment of 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week), with the opportunity to flex up to 0.9 FTE through outpatient or hospital coverage. This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified hires.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide therapy evaluation
• Develop individualized treatment plans
• Implement evidence-based interventions
• Provide patient/caregiver education
• Discharge planning for a full patient caseload
• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes
• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care
• This role requires a minimum of 24 scheduled hours per week (0.6 FTE), with flexibility to increase to 0.9 FTE based on department needs and candidate availability
• This role includes a Saturday and Sunday rotation at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Brainerd approximately once every 10–12 weeks

Education Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy accredited program

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Current Physical Therapist license in the state where services are performed

Employment Details

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: FTE Flex Days (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Hospital rotation every 10-12 weeks Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range: $38.22 - $57.33

FTE: 0.6 Potential

Organizational Highlights

Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care

An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills

Reimbursement for licensure expenses

A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists

Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.

Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF *Must meet minimum FTE requirements FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

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 [phone].

Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.