Physical Therapy Assistant - Darien, CT

FOX Rehabilitation•Norwalk, CT

10h•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Darien, Connecticut, and surrounding communities. The role follows FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, delivering care in patients’ homes and senior living communities. Working with a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans, guides patients through exercises and functional activities, and supports their strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The position offers one-on-one patient care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists, and mentorship from a supervising PT. FOX describes opportunities to build clinical skills, caseload, and career. Available employment pathways include full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex roles; benefits and eligibility vary by role and hours. The standard base pay range in Connecticut is $21.63–$36.06 per hour, with opportunities to earn more. FOX is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive environment.

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 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds 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; 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 through 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, their POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
Provide in-home and community-based care, including visits to patients’ homes and senior living communities.
Drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team and supervising Physical Therapist.

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 connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content.
Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
Part-time benefits eligibility based on minimum-hours requirements.