Physical Therapy Assistant - Coconut Creek, FL

FOX Rehabilitation•Florida, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on, individualized care to older adults in their homes and senior living communities in and around Coconut Creek, Florida. PTAs work closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans and help patients rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model. The role offers one-on-one patient care, mentorship from a supervising PT, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX describes opportunities to grow clinical skills, caseload, and career. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways are offered; benefits and eligibility vary by role and hours. New employees must be cleared through the Florida Background Check Clearinghouse. FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly; performing CPR; assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; repetitive upper-extremity movements; driving to patient locations; and wearing PPE when required.
Be cleared through the Florida Background Check Clearinghouse if hired.

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, while observing and tracking progress.
Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with its 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 visits 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.
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.
Benefits are offered for eligible roles; part-time benefits eligibility depends on meeting a minimum-hours requirement.