Physical Therapist - Full Time

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

$20,000 Sign on Bonus

Union Position:

No

Department Details

The Skilled Rehab and Home Health team at Good Samaritan SE MN seeks to hire a Physical Therapist to join our team. The position is full-time, 35-40 hours per week, M-F (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible), covering our SE MN Home Health clients, with some assistance as needed in our skilled/rehab locations in Austin. Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions. We have 2 full time PTs and 5 full time PTAs as well. New grads welcomed! We are looking to hire a candidate who can compliment our team. Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.• Flexible Scheduling & Autonomy
Manage your daily schedule and treatment approach while focusing on meaningful, one on one patient care.
• One on One Patient Focus
Treat patients in their home environment, allowing for individualized, functional, and patient centered therapy.
• Competitive Compensation
Market competitive pay
• Mileage Reimbursement & Technology Support
Mileage reimbursement and mobile documentation tools to support efficient, on the go care.
• Work Life Balance
Enjoy a schedule that allows for flexibility and balance
• Clinical Support & Collaboration
Work alongside an interdisciplinary team including nursing, home health aides, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
• Meaningful Impact
Help patients remain safely at home, regain independence, and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations or skilled nursing stays.
• Professional Growth Opportunities
Ongoing education, clinical mentorship, and opportunities for leadership or program development.
• Smaller Caseloads, Purposeful Visits
Focus on quality care and measurable progress
• Supportive Leadership & Team Culture
Be part of a mission driven organization that values clinician input, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Summary

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease.

Job Description

Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.