Physical Therapist Assistant - Olive Branch, MS

FOX Rehabilitation•MS - Mississippi, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Olive Branch, Mississippi, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, PTAs deliver care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, working closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans and help patients improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers meaningful one-on-one patient interactions within a supportive, clinician-operated, 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 clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways; benefits eligibility varies by role and hours. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and employment type, with additional opportunities to earn through employee referrals, patient wellness referrals, and compensated content contributions.

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.
Hold current CPR certification.
Have basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including medium physical effort; lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly; performing CPR; providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; performing repetitive upper-extremity movements; driving to patient locations; and wearing 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 according to FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
Stay connected with patients, powers of attorney (POAs), and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
Provide in-home and community-based care, including visits to patient homes and senior living communities.
Perform patient transfers and bed mobility assistance, including repositioning bed-bound patients.