Physical Therapist - Neuro Rehab (32hrs/week) - Miller Hill Clinic Polinsky

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

2d•$63,598 - $95,397

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, treats, and implements patient care in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association professional standards and Essentia Health policies and procedures. This position is in outpatient neuro rehabilitation and provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with neurologic conditions, including spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury or concussion, and neurodegenerative disorders. The ideal candidate has experience or a demonstrated interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and vestibular rehabilitation. The therapist manages a full patient caseload, including individualized treatment planning, evidence-based interventions, patient and caregiver education, discharge planning, documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with referring physicians, and working with vendors and healthcare providers on seating and equipment evaluations. The therapist may also serve as a clinical instructor, participate in committees, and complete credentials or certifications that benefit patient care. This is a 0.8 FTE position scheduled for 32 hours per week across four days. Work hours are flexible between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. There are no weekend or holiday requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program.
Current license in the state where services are performed.

Nice To Haves

Experience or demonstrated interest in working with individuals diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
Experience or demonstrated interest in providing vestibular rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, educate patients and caregivers, and plan for discharge.
Manage the documentation, billing, scheduling, and other administrative requirements for a full patient caseload.
Communicate professionally and appropriately, and supervise support staff such as licensed assistants, aides, and volunteers.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to support optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
Coordinate with Essentia Health leadership and referring physicians to provide cohesive patient care.
Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct.
Meet professional organization core values, codes of ethics, and scopes of practice.
Work in other departments when patient needs are highest and the home department schedule allows.
Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with neurologic conditions, including spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury or concussion, and neurodegenerative disorders.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated care, including participating in clinics as needed.
Work with vendors and healthcare providers to complete seating and equipment evaluations.
May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credentials or certifications that benefit patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options.
401(k) plan with employer contributions.
Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
Flexible scheduling and generous time off.
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.
Annual continuing education budget.
Reimbursement for licensure expenses.
Rehabilitation career ladder.
Leadership opportunities, including staff education, committee participation, staff onboarding, and mentorship.
Employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, subject to program requirements.