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Working Title: Physical Therapy Aide

Job Class: Physical Therapy Aide

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

+ **Job ID** : 86748

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Intermittent

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Temporary

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 06/07/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/13/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Mpls-Insuff Wk Tm

+ **Division/Unit** : Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Rehabilitation Staff

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 7:30 - 4:00

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday, as needed

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $22.50 - $28.79 / hourly

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Provide intermittent support and coverage during emergencies, staff absences, and other extenuating circumstances in maintaining the efficient operation of the rehabilitation therapy department. Assists in development and provision of restorative nursing programs. Responsible for related duties as delegated by skilled therapist, restorative nurse, or rehab therapies director.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year experience* performing direct patient care with geriatric clientele in one of the following:

+ Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR

+ Human Services Technician (HST); OR

+ Home Health Aide (HHA); OR

+ Rehabilitation Aide.

*Note:

+ An Associate or higher degree in Health Sciences, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health and Wellness, or a related field may substitute for six months of experience requirement.

+ A Bachelor’s degree or higher in an allied health field program like Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Occupational Therapy Assistant may substitute for one year of experience requirement.

**_In addition, qualified applicants must demonstrate_** :

+ Effective communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate, follow detailed instructions, and document residents' activities in fitness gym.

+ Computer skills sufficient to perform basic functions in Microsoft Office including Outlook & Word as well as other electronic medical record applications to input and retrieve data.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.