Physical Therapist Assistant - Cloquet Clinic
Listed compensation
$25.98-$38.97/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Building Location
Essentia Health Cloquet Clinic
Department: 2433800 PHYSICAL THERAPY - PARK AVE CLOQ
Job Description
Provides skilled therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to support the recovery, mobility, and functional independence of patients in a hospital setting.
Education Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited PTA program, current state licensure (or eligibility), and experience in acute care or a comparable clinical environment preferred.
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.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
Current license in the state performing services
Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:
- Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.
- 401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.
- Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.
- Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.
- Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.
- Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.
- Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.
FTE
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
Shift Rotation
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
Shift End Time:
Weekends
Holidays
No
Call Obligation
No
Union
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range
$25.98 - $38.97
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Key Responsibilities
Provides skilled therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to support patient recovery and functional independence. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to implement treatment plans and ensure efficient discharge planning.
Requirements
Requires graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and current state licensure or eligibility. Experience in acute care or a comparable clinical environment is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (292 salary observations; 821 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,565 salary observations; 64,931 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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 ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $54k–$81k | Physical Therapy median $68k (middle half $62k–$69k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Minnesota vs national | $98k median in Minnesota | $94k nationally (+4%)292 state / 13,565 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$69k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Minnesota | 289 active | 21,944 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Minnesota physical therapist listings (all specialties): 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 18% offer loan repayment321 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,479 in the last 30 days | 4,652 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Essentia Health | silver tier, 73/100 | Top Employers work-life index148 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - Cloquet Clinic at Essentia Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Top PTA Jobs
10 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
7 jobsAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
10 jobs · 8 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
EmpowerMe Wellness · Burnsville, Minnesota
Physical Therapist Assistant (Full Time)
Interface Rehab · Woodland Hills, California
Physical Therapist Assistant
$25-$37.5/hrPhysical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
$31.4-$37.44/hr