Physical Therapy Assistant - Melrose, MA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in their homes and senior living communities in and around Melrose, Massachusetts. Working with a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA delivers individualized treatment plans and helps patients rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence through therapeutic exercises and functional activities. Care is provided through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model. The role offers one-on-one patient interaction 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 grow their clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Compensation depends on experience and employment type; the stated standard base pay range in Massachusetts is $21.63–$31.25 per hour, with opportunities to earn more.
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, performing CPR, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, and extensive walking.
- Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (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; 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, 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.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team and supervising Physical Therapist.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
