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Clarkfield, Minnesota

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA 2500 Bonus

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$27-$34/hr

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Job Description

Pro Rehab, an established Rehab company with over 35 years of successful business is hiring a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. We are looking for a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to join the team between Belview and Clarkfield Minnesota! These communities are in a rural environment that offers a calmer atmosphere and less stress, allowing you more opportunities to build a full caseload quickly.

As our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will support patients in improving, regaining, and maintaining their functional mobility and physical abilities under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Your responsibilities will include assisting with treatment plans, guiding patients through exercises to improve strength, range of motion, balance, and coordination, preparing therapy equipment, monitoring patient progress, and documenting outcomes.

To be successful, you must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a healthcare team.

We offer a competitive wage, benefits, and up to a $2,500 bonus paid out over 18 months or tuition reimbursement. New grads are welcome to apply!

Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position with a flexible start and end time

Wage Range: $27 - $34 / hour depending on experience.

Bonus: $2,500

Location: 805 5th St. Clarkfield, MN 56223

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, ensuring adherence to prescribed therapies.

  • Monitor patient progress and document changes in their condition.
  • Educate patients and their families on exercises and care plans to promote recovery.
  • Utilize knowledge of anatomy and physiology to provide effective patient care.

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications

Must be a graduate from an Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program and have at a minimum an Associate’s degree.

  • Must possess a current MN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License
  • Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
  • Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
  • Strong patient care skills and knowledge of physiology and anatomy
  • Proficient in medical terminology and physical therapy techniques
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
  • Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
  • Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Pet Insurance

About Pro Rehab

Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Iowa.

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will support patients in regaining functional mobility by implementing treatment plans and guiding them through therapeutic exercises. Responsibilities also include monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, and preparing necessary therapy equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program and possess a current Minnesota PTA license. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and healthcare regulations is required to provide effective patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningDocumentationRehabilitationMobility AssistanceExercise GuidanceTeam CollaborationRegulatory Compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Minnesota, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (320 salary observations; 718 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,296 salary observations; 58,632 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).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$56k–$71kPhysical Therapy median $68k (middle half $63k–$76k)508 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Minnesota vs national$97k median in Minnesota$94k nationally (+3%)320 state / 15,296 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$64k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Minnesota300 active21,758 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top PTA Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Higher = better work-life balance

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Cassia

Hospitals and Health Care
Edina, Minnesota
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid Time Off (PTO)
403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program

Living in Clarkfield

Median resident rent
$833/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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