Physical Therapist I - Ortho

Hennepin County Medical Center; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hennepin Healthcare seeks a Physical Therapist I to join the downtown Clinic and Specialty Center in Minneapolis. You will evaluate, treat, discharge plan, and educate orthopedic patients in a collaborative interdisciplinary team. Hours are Monday–Thursday 9:30 AM–6:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited PT program and up to 2 years of experience. Minnesota PT licensure is required; preference for prior rehab/trauma experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy is required.
• License to practice physical therapy in Minnesota or temporary license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop and document patient care plans to promote function and safety.
• Observe and document patient progress and participate in rounds and conferences.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Education

Accredited PT program

Tools

Physical therapy equipment

Job description

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist I to join our team. This role will work at our downtown Clinic and Specialty Center to treat orthopedic patients. This fulltime role will work days (Monday to Thursday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM). Seeking candidates who have experience with a mix of diagnoses related to post op conditions, general pain, sprains/strains, fractures.

Purpose of this position: In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, discharge planning and education.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and documents comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety
• Observes, evaluates, and documents patient's progress
• Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences
• Educates patients and care givers on therapeutic techniques, cares and treatments
• Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standards
• Directs and supervises activities performed by the Rehab aides consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, preparation of patient and equipment for treatment, selected treatment procedures, clerical duties and departmental maintenance)
• Directs and supervises selected physical therapy interventions performed by physical therapist assistants
• Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment
• Assists with developing and conducting physical therapy in-services for other staff
• Orients and mentors newly assigned staff

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy
• Up to 2 fulltime years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical experience (rehabilitation/acute/trauma)

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards; physical therapy theory, techniques, and treatment, physical therapy and orthopedic equipment; counseling and educational techniques; bandaging and wrapping techniques
• Ability to perform professional physical therapy techniques and treatment; calibrate and operate physical therapy and orthopedic equipment
• Ability to provide work direction for ancillary personnel
• Ability to counsel and instruct patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progress
• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team
• Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own;
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, patient charts, and physicians' notes
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity (educate)

License/Certifications:

• Possession of valid Physical Therapy license, or temporary license, issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Total Rewards Package:

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

Department: CSC Physical Therapy

Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)

Shift Detail: Day

Job Level: Staff

Employee Status: Regular

Eligible for Benefits: Yes

Union/Non Union: Union

Min: $41.26

Max: $49.51

Job Posting: Aug-28-2026