Physical Therapist Assistant - Weymouth, MA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, PTAs deliver care in patients’ homes and senior living communities while working under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist. The role focuses on carrying out individualized treatment plans, guiding patients through exercises and functional activities, and helping them improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. PTAs work closely with their supervising PT and as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX offers built-in mentorship, opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career, and the ability to build a schedule and lasting patient relationships. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex opportunities are described; benefits eligibility depends on the role and, for part-time roles, minimum hours requirements. The position involves home and community visits and requires driving between patient locations, wearing PPE when required, and meeting the physical demands of patient care. FOX is a clinician-operated practice focused on meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, independence, wellness, longevity, and abolishing ageism. The stated Massachusetts base pay range is $21.63–$31.25 per hour, with an opportunity to earn more.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to 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.
- Ability to perform CPR and provide moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone.
- Ability to stand, sit, bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, walk extensively, and perform repetitive upper-extremity movements.
- Ability to 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 during therapeutic exercises and functional activities, while 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, their POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Provide in-home and senior-living care to older adults through the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education access
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools
- Employee referral bonuses
- Wellness referral incentives
- Additional pay for increased efficiency
- Part-time roles may have benefits eligibility based on a minimum-hours requirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
