Physical Therapist - General Outpatient Orthopedics
Listed compensation
$37.46-$56.2/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation 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
Provides direct patient care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, with pediatric care required for some specialty positions. This position uses a variety of physical therapy techniques to restore individuals to maximum functional ability, independence, participation, and freedom from pain. Performs related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: M-F: 7-6:30
4, 10 hour days
Variable weekend rotation tiered based on experience
Required Qualifications
- Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
- Doctorate, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in physical therapy
- Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
- Licensed with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy
Preferred Qualifications
- Recommend experience as a Physical Therapist preferably in a medical setting.
- Recommend membership in related professional organization.
- Proficient with communication and data processing equipment.
- Proficient in clinical equipment related to area of expertise.
- Proficient in organization electronic medical record software.
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!
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 identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Key Responsibilities
Provides direct physical therapy care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations to restore functional ability and independence. Performs related clinical duties and utilizes various therapeutic techniques to ensure patient recovery.
Requirements
Requires a doctorate, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and licensure with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy. Experience in a medical setting and proficiency with clinical and electronic medical record equipment are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$99k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Orthopedic Surgery listings in Minnesota | 11 active | 408 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 48% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Minnesota physical therapist listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 19% offer loan repayment324 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 340 in the last 30 days | 206 the 30 days before (+65%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Orthopedic Surgery pay trend | −3.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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