Physical Therapy Assistant - Watertown, MA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in a senior living community and surrounding communities in Watertown, Massachusetts. The position is located at The Residence at Watertown Square and follows FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, delivering care where patients live. Working with a supervising Physical Therapist and an interdisciplinary team that includes PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans and helps patients improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers one-on-one patient care, mentorship, and opportunities to develop clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX describes full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways; benefits eligibility varies by role and, for part-time positions, minimum-hours requirements. The standard Massachusetts base pay range is $21.63–$31.25 per hour, with an opportunity to earn more. Compensation depends on experience and employment type.
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 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.
- 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 clinical documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, 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.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (for eligible roles).
- Dental insurance (for eligible roles).
- Vision insurance (for eligible roles).
- 401(k) with company match (for eligible roles).
- Continuing education access.
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Wellness referral incentives.
- Additional pay for increased efficiency.
- Access to advanced technology and tools.
- Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
