Physical Therapy Assistant - Southbury, CT
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on care to older adults in Southbury, Connecticut, and surrounding communities. The role follows FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, delivering individualized care in patients’ homes and senior living communities. The PTA works closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out treatment plans, guide patients through exercises and functional activities, and help them improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The PTA is part of an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. The role offers one-on-one patient interaction, mentorship from a supervising PT, opportunities to grow clinical skills and caseload, and the ability to build a schedule and lasting patient relationships. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Compensation depends on experience and employment type; the standard Connecticut base pay range is $21.63–$36.06 per hour, with opportunities to earn more.
Requirements
- Hold a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or be eligible to obtain one.
- Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Hold current CPR certification.
- Have basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting and carrying weights, performing CPR, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, and standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, walking extensively, and performing repetitive upper-extremity movements.
- Drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the role.
- 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 FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, their POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Provide care in patients’ homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and supervising Physical Therapist.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education access
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools
- Employee referral bonuses
- Wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
