Physical Therapist Assistant

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized treatment plans established by your 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 within FOX’s EMR system, in line with FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards
Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed

Qualifications

Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current CPR certification
Basic computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

FOX PTAs must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:
Exerting medium physical effort: 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 movements of the upper extremities
Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model
Wearing PPE when required