Physical Therapist- $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Ascend Rehab – Twins Cities Metro (Hopkins, Golden Valley Area)

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Full-Time | Physical Therapist

Schedule: 80 hours per pay period

Available Shifts: Flexible

Pay Range: $42.25 – $51.50 per hour (based on experience)

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits: Competitive wages, healthcare, dental, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, scholarships, PSLF Eligible Employer, and more.

Do Work That Actually Matters

At Ascend Rehab, you’re not just treating patients—you’re helping people regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

We’re part of Saint Therese, a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization and a Top 200 Workplace, which means our focus is simple: people first, always. No unnecessary red tape. No “productivity over people” culture. Just meaningful care, strong clinical support, and a team that has your back.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Help older adults get stronger, move better, and live more independently
• Build personalized treatment plans—not cookie-cutter protocols
• Work across outpatient, home health, and senior living settings
• Collaborate with a supportive, interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, SLP, wellness)
• Mentor PTAs and grow your leadership skills
• Adjust care in real time based on patient progress (because outcomes matter)

Why PTs Like Working Here

• You get autonomy and trust in your clinical decisions
• Flexible scheduling that works with your life—not against it
• A mission-driven, nonprofit environment (PSLF eligible 👏)
• Real relationships with patients—you’re not rushing through visits
• A team that’s collaborative, supportive, and low-drama

What You Bring

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Minnesota
• Degree from an accredited PT program (DPT preferred)
• A patient-first mindset and solid clinical judgment

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in SNF, rehab, or senior living
• PTA supervision experience
• A passion for working with older adults

The Perks

• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus 
• Competitive pay with credit for experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision (60+ hrs. per pay period)
• HSA / FSA options
• Employer-paid Life Insurance (60+ hrs. per pay period)
• PTO and sick time
• 403(b) with employer match
• Tuition discounts and scholarships
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Employee discount program
• Pet insurance (yes, really 🐾)

Bottom Line

If you’re a PT who wants to do meaningful work, feel supported, and actually enjoy your day-to-day, Ascend Rehab is worth a look.

Ascend/Saint Therese is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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