Physical Therapy - Cloquet

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program 

PTA:

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program, current state licensure (or eligibility), and experience in acute care or a comparable clinical environment preferred.

Physical Therapist Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload. 

• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties 

• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)  

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes. 

• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care. 

• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct 

• Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice 

• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows 

• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care 

PTA Key Responsibilities:

• Implementing individualized treatment plans, assisting with patient mobility and exercise programs, documenting progress in the electronic medical record, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure safe and efficient discharge planning.
• Participate in team meetings, contributes to quality and process improvement initiatives, and supports department goals for excellence in patient care and operational efficiency.