PHYSICAL THERAPIST-7,500 BONUS

Northwoods Rehab; Redwood Falls (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

$5/week health insurance

PTO benefits start at 26 days/year

11 days with holiday pay

Paid MN Licensure

401K

HSA & FSA accounts

Childcare FSA account

Job summary

Northwoods Rehab in Minnesota is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide and direct physical therapy services under physician orders.

You will develop treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate with the care team to ensure high-quality patient care. Experience includes evaluating patients, establishing schedules, and discharging when appropriate. A strong focus on safety and compliance per facility standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist.
• Current state licensure or license eligible.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development

Responsibilities

• Provides and directs physical therapy services to patients under physician orders.
• Initiates referrals and coordinates with the care team per Northwoods Rehab policies.
• Conducts patient screenings and collects data for treatment planning.
• Evaluates patients to obtain data for planning and implements treatment plans.
• Communicates evaluation findings to patients and families.

Education

Bachelor or higher degree in Physical Therapy

National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist

Current state licensure or license eligible

Ongoing continuing education and professional development

Job description

Northwoods Rehab is Minnesota based and you will receive Operational, Clinical, and Compliance support from local leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• $5/week health insurance
• PTO benefits start at 26 days/year
• 11 days with holiday pay
• Paid MN Licensure
• 401K
• HSA & FSA accounts
• Childcare FSA account

PHYSICAL THERAPIST: JOB DESCRIPTION JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist
• Current state licensure or license eligible
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical demand for this job is classified as “medium work” which includes
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly
• Occasional push and pull of up to 25 pounds
• Standing frequently
• Walking frequently
• Bending frequently
• Overhead reach infrequently
• Squatting occasionally
• Kneeling occasionally
• Standing rotation occasionally
• Gripping frequently
• Sitting occasionally
• Stair climbing occasionally
• Average work day is up to 8 hours
• Employee may be subject to unpredictable and hazardous patient/resident behavior Northwoods Rehab will provide reasonable accommodation upon request from the employee.
• PT job description - updated 10/1/2025 JOB RELATIONSHIPS Responsible to and reports to the Director of Therapy/Rehab.
• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides and directs physical therapy services to patients, including the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under physician’s orders. 2. Provides physical therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with Northwoods Rehab Policies and Procedures. 3. Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention and /or Treatment. 4. Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation and conducts 5. Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family and other team members. 6. Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members. 7. Develops treatment plans by identifying a target list, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. 8. Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members. 9. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan. 10. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders. 11. Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in their own environment. 12. Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. 13. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient. 14. Provides, recommends, fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of such equipment. 15. Participates in discharge planning. 16. Supervises and directs Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the implementation of the treatment Plan. 17. Supervises Physical Therapy Aides, Rehabilitation Techs/Aides, students and volunteers. 18. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual physical therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. 19. Participates in patient, family and staff education. 20. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient. 21. Adheres to Northwoods Rehab procedures regarding documentation of physical therapy services. 22. Attends in-service meetings and facility meetings as required. 23. Provides in-service education to the members of the patients care team and education to the Community. 24. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice and department procedures. 25. Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, as well as complying with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. 26. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning implementation and follow up of patient therapy programs. 27. Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, patients, family members and facility personnel and administration. 28. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments. 29. Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required. 30. Adheres to established confidentiality standards of the patient, as well as the organization. 31. Projects a positive and professional image at all times. 32. May be asked to travel to participate in home assessments within a reasonable distance from the facility. 33. Maintains passwords for the software required for position and keeps all passwords secure. 34. Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.