Find & Apply For Physical Therapy Aide Jobs in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Why This Role Exists (Purpose) This role exists to support patient outcomes between doctor visits by delivering consistent, safe, and effective therapies—and by coaching patients so care continues outside the clinic. You are the stabilizer of the care plan. When this role is done well, patients progress faster, doctors trust the flow, and the clinic runs smoothly without bottlenecks or guesswork. What Winning Looks Like (Outcomes) You are winning when: 1. Therapies are delivered safely and consistently Every patient receives the correct therapy, set up properly, every time. 2. Patients understand and follow their home care exercises and traction are taught clearly and reinforced with confidence. 3. Clinical flow stays on time Patients move through therapy without delays or confusion. 4. Travel cards and therapy plans are accurate, no missed visits, no incorrect entries, no surprises for doctors or billing. 5. Patients feel supported—not rushed or ignored they feel coached, encouraged, and cared for. Core Responsibilities Rehab exercises and shockwave therapy Apply prescribed passive therapies safely Set up and monitor shockwave equipment Follow provider instructions precisely Maintain sanitation and safety standards Patient Coaching (Home Care) Teach prescribed exercises and traction homework Use simple language and demonstrations Confirm understanding using teach-back Encourage compliance without pressure Therapy Flow & Time Management Prepare therapy areas ahead of schedule Keep patients moving on time Communicate delays or issues early Travel Cards & Documentation Manage patient encounter forms accurately Track therapy visits correctly Ensure documentation is completed daily Team Communication Communicate patient concerns or issues to doctors Coordinate with front desk and billing as needed Skills That Matter Here This is a clinical support + coaching role, not a technician-only role. 1. Safety-First Execution You follow protocols exactly.

This means:

Correct positioning every time Awareness of contraindications Immediate escalation of concerns 2. Consistency Under Repetition You deliver the same quality care on the first patient and the last patient.

This means:

No shortcuts No drifting from standards Reliable performance 3. Patient Coaching Skill You can teach, not just demonstrate.

This means:

Clear explanations Patient-friendly language Confirming understanding 4. Time Awareness-You respect the schedule.

This means:

Preparing ahead Avoiding bottlenecks Supporting clinic flow 5. Calm, Reassuring Presence Patients feel safe with you.

This means:

Professional tone Attentive behavior Confidence without ego Scorecard (How Performance Is Measured)

Primary Focus:

Consistency and safety Supporting Metrics Home care compliance checks completed Therapy on-time rate Encounter form accuracy (errors = 0) Patient experience feedback (internal) Standards (Non-Negotiable) No deviations from prescribed therapy Clean, safe therapy areas at all times Documentation completed daily Patient dignity and comfort respected What This Role Is Not Not a rushed, assembly-line position Not a role for cutting corners Not a place to "just set machines" This is a patient outcome support role.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee discount On-the-job training Paid time off Referral program

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

Fluent English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Minneapolis, MN 55449 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person