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Physical Therapist Assistant | Inpatient Therapies

CentraCare logoCentraCare$26.74–$40.11/hrSaint Cloud, MNFull time, DayPosted 4mo ago
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How this pay compares

This posting states $26.74–$40.11 an hour. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in Minnesota post a median of $32.50 an hour, the middle half $29.99–$35.17, across 32 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapist assistants employed in Minnesota earn a median of $32.10 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

At St. Cloud Hospital, nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River and ranked as the third-best hospital in Minnesota and one of the top 50 in the nation, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional physical therapy services to patients of all ages. Your role will involve preventing, alleviating, or correcting physical disabilities, bodily dysfunctions, or pain. You will be responsible for treating inpatients, while collaborating with Physical Therapist Assistants who provide treatments and services based on plans of care established by Physical Therapists.

Schedule

  • Full-time | 64 hours every two weeks | Onsite
  • Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays

Pay and Benefits

  • Starting pay begins at $26.74 per hour and increases with experience
  • Pay range: $26.74- $40.11 per hour
  • Full time benefits : medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
  • Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available.
  • As a nonprofit organization, CentraCare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant academic program and successful completion of required clinical training by the academic facility required. New or upcoming graduates welcome to apply!
  • Licensed through the MN Board of Physical Therapy as a Physical Therapist Assistant required, or a current temporary permit required with a Physical Therapist Assistant license required within 90 days of exam.
  • Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider card.

“My team's culture is very positive. I can depend/trust on my co-workers in and out of work."- Stephanie

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

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CentraCare is a health system based in St. Cloud, Minnesota, with hospitals, clinics and senior care across central Minnesota.

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