Physical Therapist Assistant - Hazleton, PA

FOX Rehabilitation•Whitehall, PA

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 through its Geriatric House Calls™ model. Working under a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans, guides patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and helps them improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers one-on-one patient care, mentorship from the supervising PT, and opportunities to develop clinical skills, caseload, and career. PTAs work as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex pathways; benefits depend on role eligibility.

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.
Have 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, patient transfers and bed mobility, CPR, extensive walking, and driving to patient locations.
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 and follow 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, including visits to senior living communities.