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Sanford Health

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sanford Health
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part-time $24.00 - $38.50

First indexed 20 Oct 2026

Description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will work with patients, residents, and clients to assist with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide, monitor, and record therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments
  • Select, implement, and modify therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and practice setting requirements
  • Contribute to the process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physical therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention
  • Follow and adhere to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organisations

Requirements:

  • Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure
  • Graduate of an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation ($24.00 - $38.50)
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Continuing education support
  • Clinical mentorship and development
  • Various education assistance programs
  • Direct access to your earnings daily
  • Robust benefits package

Schedule Details:

  • PRN - pick up open shifts/hours as it fits with your schedule
  • Monday - Friday (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible)
  • Paid travel and mileage between home health patients