Physical Therapy Assistant - Dover, PA

FOX Rehabilitation • Todd Township, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Physical Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Dover, Pennsylvania, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, PTAs deliver care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, working under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist. The role focuses on individualized treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and helping patients rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence.

PTAs work as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. The position offers one-on-one patient care, collaboration with a supervising PT, mentorship, and opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Benefits are available for eligible roles, with part-time eligibility based on a minimum-hours requirement.

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, perform repetitive upper-extremity movements, drive between patient locations, and 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; observe and track their progress.
• Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system according to 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 driving to patient homes and senior living communities.

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 referring a patient to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
• Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree