Physical Therapist - Homecare

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Onsite clinic

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Minnesota is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their Home Care team. The role involves direct patient care, management of therapy services in homes, and compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, a Minnesota license, and experience in homecare. Park Nicollet offers an array of benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. This is a chance to impact patient care significantly.

Qualifications

• Current license with Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy.
• Work experience as a Physical Therapist for at least 3 years preferred.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development in care.
• Experience in homecare and familiarity with OASIS data set is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy care to patients in their home.
• Act as a case manager to assess and evaluate patient care needs.
• Coordinate medical, social, and financial resources for a comprehensive plan of care.
• Communicate clearly with staff, patients, and families; contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles

Proficiency with clinical apparatus and electronic medical records

Communication skills

Initiative and critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

OASIS data set

Job description

Job Description

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Physical Therapist to join our Home Care team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for assuring that the PNHS values of Head + Heart, together, are achieved through daily departmental operations. This includes, but is not limited to, direct patient care, professional growth and development, outcome/compensatory assessments, compliance with regulatory standards and participating in process improvements to advance patient care outcomes and satisfaction.

The Physical Therapist will communicate in a timely, clearly, and professional manner with staff, patients, patient family members, physician, and other internal/ external customers. The staff will demonstrate skills in listening, conflict management, system problem solving, decision making and process improvement. Therapists will practice in compliance with professional standards of practice and professional code of ethics.

The Homecare Physical Therapist acts as a case manager to assess and evaluate patient care needs and provides skilled therapy care and teaching to patients and families in their home. The Physical Therapist is responsible to improve and prepare patients and families for self-directed and/or assisted care in their community setting. The Physical Therapist coordinates medical, social, and financial resources to develop a comprehensive plan of care. The therapist supports the following community care processes: admission, discharge, referrals to other disciplines, billing, and care delivery.

Work Schedule

On‑call, hours to pick up are Monday–Friday 8am‑4:30pm, occasional weekends.

Required Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
• Licensure/Registration/Certification:
  • Current license with Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles to provide appropriate service regarding primary diagnosis and multiple comorbidities affecting care.
  • The role will require proficiency with communication and data processing equipment, clinical apparatus related to patient care in homecare, electronic medical record system, OASIS evaluation and data set.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience as a Physical Therapist for at least 3 years preferred.
• Experience in homecare desirable with knowledge of OASIS data set.
• High level assessment skill including medication reconciliation and teaching, technical skill, and communication skill.
• Demonstrates initiative, judgement, critical thinking, and ability to problem solve independently.

Benefits

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work‑life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.