Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (2771)

At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care that helps seniors maintain their independence and quality of life. With over 130 years of serving the St. Paul community, we take pride in creating a supportive environment for both our residents and employees.

We are looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team! In this role, you will work alongside a licensed Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility, regain strength, and maintain independence.

Pay & Shift

• Pay: $28-$35/hr. DOE

• Schedule: Day Shift

What You'll Do

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, balance activities, and strengthening programs.

• Follow established treatment plans and make appropriate adjustments within the Physical Therapist's direction.

• Monitor resident progress and communicate changes or concerns to the Physical Therapist.

• Educate residents, families, and nursing staff on safe mobility techniques and therapeutic exercises.

• Complete accurate and timely treatment documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Conduct rehabilitation screenings and share findings with the Physical Therapist.

• Collaborate with nursing staff and interdisciplinary care teams to support resident goals.

• Participate in care conferences and discharge planning as needed.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized therapy environment.

• Follow all safety procedures and state and federal regulations.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Minnesota.

• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English to support safe resident care, accurate documentation, and effective communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior living, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings.

• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR).

• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques for older adults, including fall prevention and mobility improvement.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist residents during therapy sessions for extended periods.

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to perform hands-on therapy activities and assist with mobility exercises.

• Comfortable working with residents who have varying physical and cognitive abilities.

• Ability to work in a collaborative senior living and skilled nursing environment.

​​​​​​"At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws."