Full-time - Physical Therapist Assistant
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$35-$38/hr
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Westwood Ridge by Vivie - West St Paul, MN 55118Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $35.00 - $38.00 HourlyFunctional Pathways is currently hiring at Westwood Ridge in West Saint Paul, MN for a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Offering a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus! *Only direct applicants qualify for Bonus* Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Job Summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Responsibilities/Requirements
Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy intervention is indicated.
Carry out treatment program according to plan of care in consultation with Registered Physical Therapist Identify the need for modification of treatment plan and consult with Registered Physical Therapist. Monitor and report resident performance and progress.
Assist Registered Physical Therapist in re-assessment of patients. Assist in determining need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress. Assist Registered Physical Therapist in discharge planning. Supervise Rehab Therapy Aides. Educate staff, family and care givers as indicated.
Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures. Identify equipment needs of Physical Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy. Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.
Coordinate in-services for facility staff as needed is determined, to ensure safe and effective carryover of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents. Attend all facility required meetings.
Promote profession within facility, including coordinating special events during National Physical Therapy Month. Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position. Always carry out all job responsibilities in a professional manner. #HP1 Qualifications
Qualifications
Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.
Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant implements treatment plans established by the Registered Physical Therapist and monitors resident progress. They also supervise therapy aides, educate staff and family members, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. An active state license and the ability to perform clinical screenings and documentation are required.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (207 salary observations; 655 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,428 salary observations; 56,804 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$76k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $77k 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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