Physical Therapist Assistant - $7,500 Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Assistance

Blue Stone Therapy; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Blue Stone Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the Minneapolis, MN area. This role involves delivering skilled therapy services to adult and geriatric patients within skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited PTA program and hold a current license or eligibility for licensure. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a sign-on bonus of $7,500 for eligible full-time candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy treatment according to plans of care.
• Implement individualized treatment programs for measurable outcomes.
• Monitor patient response and communicate with the supervising therapist.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure)

Job description

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long‑term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.

Position

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Minneapolis, MN area.

This role focuses on delivering skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post‑acute rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and overall functional independence.

Sign‑on bonus: $7,500 available for eligible full‑time candidates.

What You’ll Do

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care
• Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes
• Treat adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting and rehabilitation settings
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Physical Therapist
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
• Experience in skilled nursing, long‑term care, or post‑acute rehabilitation preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and professional standards

Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.