APTA Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)

APTA Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)

Lake Benton, MN $71,599 - $93,099 a year

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Provide expert evaluation and treatment for musculoskeletal, vascular, and neurological conditions tailored to each patient's needs. Deliver education and preventative care to patients, their families, healthcare associates, and the broader community. Act as a vital liaison among patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, and social services to ensure coordinated and compassionate physical therapy services.

Essential Responsibilities

• Utilize clinical judgment and specialized skills to care for patients across all age groups, from pediatric to geriatric, ensuring high-quality treatment including evaluation, planning, implementation, and education.
• Operate therapeutic equipment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, exercise devices, and wound care tools.
• Guide patients in the use of assistive devices, braces, orthotics, prosthetics, and orthopedic equipment.
• Support patient mobility, muscle reeducation, gait training, and activities of daily living through tailored exercise and functional training.
• Adapt therapy techniques for patients with cognitive or physical limitations to maximize treatment effectiveness.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient care in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
• Engage in continuous quality improvement initiatives, including peer review and patient care evaluation.
• Exhibit excellent communication and customer service skills with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Supervise aides, students, and volunteers as needed.
• Contribute to departmental education efforts and pursue ongoing professional development.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association or equivalent accrediting bodies.
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree required.
• Continuing education relevant to clinical practice and professional responsibilities is expected.
• Active involvement in professional organizations at local, state, and national levels is encouraged.

Licensure and Certifications

• Must hold or be eligible for licensure in the applicable state.
• Current CPR certification required.

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, typically 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

This position is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States.