Physical Therapist Assistant (SLC) - Shrewsbury, NJ
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in Shrewsbury, New Jersey, at a Senior Living Community partner, The All American in Tinton Falls. The PTA works closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and help them regain strength, mobility, and confidence. Care is delivered through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model in patients’ homes and senior living communities. The role offers meaningful one-on-one patient time and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX provides mentorship from the supervising PT and opportunities to develop clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX describes itself as a clinician-operated practice focused on meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, independence, wellness, longevity, and its mission to abolish ageism. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex pathways are described. The stated New Jersey standard base pay range is $24.04–$45.00 per hour, with opportunities to earn more. Benefits are available to eligible roles.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state or states 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 through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, observing and tracking their progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with its 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 driving to patient homes and communities.
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 for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
