Physical Therapist Assistant SLC (Sign on bonus!) - Shrewsbury, NJ

FOX Rehabilitation • Shrewsbury, NJ

6h • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Shrewsbury, New Jersey, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, the role is primarily based at senior living community partners Brandywine the Sycamore and Arbor Terrace Shrewsbury, as well as in patients’ homes. The PTA works closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans and help patients rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence.

The position offers one-on-one patient care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists, and mentorship from a supervising PT. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. A sign-on bonus is available to those who qualify. Compensation depends on experience and employment type; the stated standard base pay range in New Jersey is $24.04–$45.00 per hour, with opportunities to earn more.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Graduation from 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, providing CPR and patient-transfer assistance, extensive walking, and driving to patient homes and senior living communities.
• Ability to 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 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 senior-living care to older adults, including helping patients maintain strength, mobility, and independence.

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 connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
• Compensation for writing blog articles or creating viral social content.
• Sign-on bonus for those who qualify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree