Physical Therapist Assistant
Burnsville, MN
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Burnsville, MN working in a skilled nursing facility. You will work with patients recovering from illness or injury, helping them move better and maintain functional independence under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Active state PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a clinical setting; 2+ years preferred.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting.
• Experience managing daily patient volumes of approximately 10–20 patients per day.
• Ability to meet productivity expectations (client requirement: 85% productivity standard).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel or contract PTA experience.
• Experience with documentation and electronic medical records in post-acute care.

Assignment Details

• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday.
• Days per week: 5.
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
• No call or weekend coverage required.
• Candidate may be required to provide resume for submission.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer benefits designed for travelers, including weekly pay, medical benefits options, 401k matching where applicable, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement where eligible.

Impacting Patient Care

Join a team that supports rehabilitation in a post-acute setting. You will contribute to care plans that emphasize functional outcomes, safe transitions, and quality-of-life improvements for residents. The role offers consistent caseloads and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient progress.

Location Highlights

Burnsville is 15 miles south of downtown Minneapolis and located in Dakota County on a bluff above the Minnesota River. The area offers access to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and is within a 20–30 minute drive to Minneapolis cultural attractions such as the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and the Walker Art Center. Outdoor recreation options include local parks, riverfront trails, and nearby state parks within a reasonable commute. The suburban setting provides shopping centers, dining options, and commuter access to the Twin Cities metropolitan area via regional highways and transit routes.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.