Physical Therapy Assistant — Generous PTO + 401K

Northwoods Rehab; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

PTO 26 days

Holiday pay

MN licensure

401K

HSA & FSA accounts

Childcare FSA account

Job summary

Northwoods Rehab in Minnesota is seeking a licensed or eligible Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehab team. You will deliver patient-centered PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT, participate in treatment planning, and help residents improve mobility, strength and functional independence.

Responsibilities include selecting modalities, documenting progress, coordinating with caregivers, and complying with safety and infection-control standards while supporting a positive,

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or license eligible.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the physical therapist.
• Identifies indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assists in the evaluation under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Assists the physical therapist in identifying a target list, short‑term goals, long‑term goals and treatment plan.
• Conducts individual treatment as assigned by the physical therapist and outlined in treatment plan that includes, but is not limited to, areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities.
• Assists in establishing and modifying individual patient schedules in conjunction with the physical therapist and other team members.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

Current state licensure or license eligible

Ongoing continuing education and professional development

Job description

Northwoods Rehab in Minnesota is seeking a licensed or eligible Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehab team. You will deliver patient-centered PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT, participate in treatment planning, and help residents improve mobility, strength and functional independence.

Responsibilities include selecting modalities, documenting progress, coordinating with caregivers, and complying with safety and infection-control standards while supporting a positive,