Physical Therapy Assistant - Middletown, DE

FOX Rehabilitation•Saint Georges, DE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Middletown, Delaware, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, the PTA works in patients’ homes and senior living communities, carrying out individualized treatment plans established by a supervising Physical Therapist. The role includes guiding patients through exercises and functional activities to help them rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence. PTAs work one-on-one with patients as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. The position offers mentorship from a supervising PT, opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career, and the ability to build a schedule and lasting patient relationships. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Benefits are available for eligible roles, with part-time benefits 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; performing CPR; providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; performing repetitive upper-extremity movements; driving to care locations; and wearing 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, 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, powers of attorney (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 insurance for eligible roles.
Dental insurance for eligible roles.
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.
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