Physical Therapist, Per Diem

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$46.5-$49.5/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Lakeview Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist to work in a per diem role, one weekend/month and 1-2 holidays/year with the ability to pick up weekday shifts as volume demands.  In this position you will provide 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

Minimum of one weekend/month and 1-2 holidays/year

8:00a-4:30p

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school with a Doctorate, Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required.
  • Licensed with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy
  • Licensed with the Wisconsin Board of Physical Therapy (Specific only to employees practicing in Wisconsin)
  • Current BLS- American Heart Association or American Red Cross (BLS for Health Professionals).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Recommend experience as a Physical Therapist, preferably in a medical setting.
  • Recommend membership in a related professional organization.

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

Provide direct patient care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations using various physical therapy techniques. Restore individuals to maximum functional ability, independence, and freedom from pain while performing related clinical duties.

Requirements

Requires a Doctorate, Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school. Must hold current licensure with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

RehabilitationFunctional assessmentClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes weekends

Living in Lakeville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$396k
Typical market rent
$2,136/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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