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Physical Therapist - Rural Services (0.6 Flex) - Ada, MN (SIGN ON BONUS)
Essentia HealthAda Hospital - Bridges Med Center, United States, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 26 May 2026
💰 $114,000/yr($76,000/yr – $114,000/yr)
About the role
Building Location:
Ada Hospital - Bridges Med CenterDepartment:
3033820 SPEECH THERAPY - ADA HOSPJob Description:
Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.Education Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
We're offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
- Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
- Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
- Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
- Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
- Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
- May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care
Rural Healthcare:
- Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, and home health facilities.
- Deliver high-quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.
This position is a 0.6 Flex role. Minimum scheduled hours will be 24 hours per week, with the opportunity to flex up to 32-40 hours per week, depending on need.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
- Current license in the state performing services
Ada, MN:
- Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
Organizational Highlights:
- Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
- An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
- Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
- A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
- Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
- Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you
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