Physical Therapy Assistant - Dover, DE

FOX Rehabilitation • Dover, DE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Physical Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Dover, Delaware, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, the PTA delivers care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, working closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans and help patients rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence.

The position offers one-on-one patient care within an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. PTAs receive mentorship from their supervising PT and opportunities to develop clinical skills, caseload, and career. FOX describes its clinician-operated practice as grounded in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, independence, wellness, and a mission to abolish ageism.

FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and employment type. Benefits are available for eligible roles; part-time benefits eligibility depends on a minimum-hours requirement. The role involves driving to patient homes and senior living communities and meeting the physical demands of in-home and community-based care.

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, 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 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 their 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.
• Work collaboratively with the supervising Physical Therapist and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Drive to patient homes and senior living communities to provide care.

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.
• Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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