Physical Therapy Assistant - Torrington, CT
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in Torrington, Connecticut, and surrounding communities. 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 improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. Care is delivered in patients’ homes and senior living communities through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model. The role offers one-on-one patient care within an 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 depends on role and, for part-time positions, minimum-hours requirements.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state or states 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 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly; performing CPR; assisting with transfers and bed mobility; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; and performing repetitive upper-extremity movements.
- Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities.
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 in accordance with its Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, powers of attorney (POAs), and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Provide care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, including driving to those locations as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Provide moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone.
- Perform CPR and wear PPE when required.
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
