Telehealth Physical Therapist Assistant (Remote) - New York, NY
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to deliver one-on-one care to older adults through telehealth, with in-person house calls, senior living community visits, or other patient care tasks as needed at the direction of the leadership team. As a Virtual Care Specialist, the PTA helps patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model. The role implements individualized plans of care developed by a supervising Physical Therapist and provides evidence-based treatment that supports wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence. The PTA coordinates with the supervising PT on accurate and timely clinical and administrative documentation and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team. The position also educates patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place. FOX describes its practice as clinician-operated and focused on meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and abolishing ageism. The organization highlights one-on-one care, virtual practice opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinician-driven decision-making, and career growth. Full-time, part-time, and FOX Flex (PRN) employment options are mentioned. The New York standard base pay range for a full-time role is $75,000–$115,000 annually, with an opportunity to earn more; part-time and FOX Flex compensation is prorated.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Telehealth experience.
- Proficiency with computer skills and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Current CPR certification.
- Integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, performing CPR, assisting with transfers and bed mobility, repositioning patients, standing and walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities.
- Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Ability to wear PPE when required.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one physical therapy to older adults via telehealth, supplementing the virtual caseload with in-person house calls, senior living community visits, and/or other patient care tasks as needed at the direction of the leadership team.
- Implement individualized plans of care developed by the supervising Physical Therapist and deliver evidence-based treatment.
- Deliver therapy sessions that support patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence.
- In coordination with the Supervising PT, complete and submit clinical and administrative documentation accurately and within required timeframes, following clinical documentation procedures, intake and tracking procedures, payer requirements, and audit standards.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible roles.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Unlimited continuing education access.
- Professional certification reimbursement.
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
- Access to advanced technology and tools, including virtual care resources.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Wellness referral incentives.
- Opportunities to mentor students and emerging professionals.
- Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
