Physical Therapist Assistant - West Bend, WI
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in their homes and senior living communities in West Bend, Wisconsin, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, the PTA works closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and help them build strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role provides one-on-one patient care and is part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. PTAs receive mentorship from their supervising PT and opportunities to develop their clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and employment type; benefits are available for eligible roles.
Requirements
- Hold a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or be eligible to obtain one.
- Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Hold current CPR certification.
- Have basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly; performing CPR; assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; and performing repetitive upper-extremity movements.
- Drive to patient homes and senior living communities and wear PPE when required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
- Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, observing and tracking their progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Provide in-home and community-based care to older adults, including patients in senior living communities.
- Drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible roles.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Continuing education access.
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
- Access to advanced technology and tools.
- Employee referral bonuses for referring a friend.
- Wellness referral incentives for referring patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
- Compensation for writing blog articles or creating viral social content.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
