Physical Therapist Assistant - Part Time Home Care
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Job Description
Benefits
- Paid Mileage
- Employee Appreciation Program
- Weekly Pay
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
BrightStar Care is looking for a Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our expanding home health team in the Burnsville area and nearby communities. This position is a great match for someone who enjoys flexible scheduling, independent work, and providing meaningful one-on-one care in clients’ homes.
Because this role involves traveling between visits, applicants should feel comfortable driving throughout the service area. Hours and visit volume may vary based on referrals and territory needs, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who appreciates a dynamic, adaptable workload.
If you’re excited to make a difference and want a role that offers both purpose and flexibility, we’d love to hear from you
Why BrightStar Care?
Leadership in Home Health: As a Joint Commission Accredited organization, we are committed to the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence.
Supportive and Collaborative Environment: Our leadership is dedicated to supporting your professional growth and ensuring a positive work culture.
Rewarding Career Opportunities: We offer a fulfilling career path with opportunities to impact patient care directly, work next to a team of dedicated professionals, help keep our clients happy, safe, and healthy in their homes.
Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education and professional development to stay current in the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of all physical therapy modalities to patients.
- All duties and standards will be performed according to established policies, procedures, and competency guidelines within the department and organization.
- Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
- Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within patient’s capabilities.
- Participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning.
- Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
Consults with Physicians Regarding Patient’s Progress
- Participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities as assigned.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes.
- Helps develop the plan of care and revise, as necessary.
- Consults with family and agency personnel.
- Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.
Requirements
A graduate of a PTA Program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association or other National accepted Council or Association
- An active license to practice Physical Therapy in MN
- A minimum of four (4) years’ experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant, home care experience a plus
- Must have criminal background check
- Must have current CPR certification
- Must have active driver's license and clear driving record
- Computer skills.
Ability to Exercise Initiative and Independent Judgment
As a Physical Therapist Assistant at BrightStar Care, you will play a critical role in shaping our clients' care plans and enhancing patient outcomes. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional like you to our team at BrightStar Care!
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
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)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
BrightStar Care Karing Hent holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 10 active listings.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - Part Time Home Care at BrightStar Care Karing Hent a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.
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