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 through its Geriatric House Calls™ model. PTAs work closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and help patients rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence in their homes and senior living communities. The role offers one-on-one patient care within a supportive, 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 pathways. The standard 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 exert medium physical effort: lift 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, and walk extensively.
- Ability to perform repetitive upper-extremity movements.
- 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
- 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, observing and tracking their progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system, following 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 driving to patient homes and senior living communities.
- Work collaboratively with the supervising PT 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
- Employee referral bonuses
- Wellness referral incentives
- Additional pay for increased efficiency
- Benefits eligibility for part-time roles is based on a minimum-hours requirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
