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

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

15h

About The Position

Evaluates, plans, treats, and implements care for patients in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association professional standards and Essentia Health policies and procedures. The role focuses on outpatient neuro rehabilitation, providing 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. This position is 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. The position may work where patient need is highest, including flexing to other departments when the home department schedule allows. Possible remote or hybrid option is listed, but the job description does not specify the arrangement.

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, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient and caregiver education, and plan for discharge for a full patient caseload.
Complete caseload-related administrative work, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties.
Communicate and act professionally, and supervise support staff such as licensed assistants, aides, and volunteers.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to support optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
Work with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to support cohesive patient care.
Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct, and meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, and scope 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 patient 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 would benefit patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
401(k) plan with employer contributions.
Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
Flexible scheduling.
Generous time off.
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.
Annual continuing education budget.
Reimbursement for licensure expenses.
Rehabilitation career ladder to reward high-performing therapists.
Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, staff onboarding, and mentorship.
Employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).