Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$54K–$73K /yr
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Job Description
Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®
Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inver Grove Heights, MN
Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Woodlyn Heights Care Center.
This role focuses on delivering skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and overall functional independence.
- What You’ll Do
- Provide skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with established plans of care
- Implement individualized treatment programs focused on functional and measurable outcomes
- Treat adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting and rehabilitation settings
- Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with the supervising Physical Therapist
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement standards
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes
Requirements
- What You Bring
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Current Physical Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
- Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards
Why Blue Stone Therapy?
We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
And More
- Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.
- Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Responsibilities
The PTA implements individualized physical therapy treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence for adult and geriatric patients. They are responsible for monitoring patient progress, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (311 salary observations; 704 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,879 salary observations; 56,729 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 ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Blue Stone Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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