Physical Therapy Assistant - West Roxbury, MA

FOX Rehabilitation•Franklin, MA

5d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, and surrounding communities. Working under a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans, guides patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and supports improvements in 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 interaction, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists, and mentorship from a supervising PT. FOX describes opportunities to build clinical skills, grow a caseload and career, and create a schedule and lasting patient relationships. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex pathways are available. Compensation is based on experience and employment type; the stated Massachusetts full-time base pay range is $70,000–$100,000 annually, with part-time and FOX Flex compensation prorated.

Requirements

Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) 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.
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 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, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients during therapeutic exercises and functional activities, while observing and tracking progress.
Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system, in accordance with FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
Stay connected with patients, 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.