Physical Therapy Assistant- Hingham, MA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in Hingham, Massachusetts, and surrounding communities. Care is delivered through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model in patients’ homes, with part of the position based in a senior living community. The PTA works closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and support strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers one-on-one patient care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists, and mentorship from a supervising PT. FOX describes opportunities to build a schedule, develop clinical skills and a caseload, and pursue career advancement. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment options are available. The standard base pay range in Massachusetts is $21.63–$31.25 per hour, with opportunities to earn more. Benefits are available for eligible roles and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, continuing education access, career advancement pathways, advanced technology and tools, and a supportive clinician-driven culture.
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 meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting 25–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly; providing moderate to maximum assistance with transfers and bed mobility; and standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking.
- 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 and adjust activities based on patient response and progress.
- Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients during therapeutic exercises and functional activities; observe and track their progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system, following FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, their 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 senior living communities.
- Perform patient transfers and bed mobility assistance, including repositioning bed-bound patients, and provide CPR as required.
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 social content.
- Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
