Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - $30-40 per hour

Elara Caring is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant for a job in Belmont, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends, No Holiday Shifts, No On-Call

Help Patients Move Forward—and Enjoy a Schedule That Works for You.

Helping someone walk safely through their home, climb stairs with confidence, or regain independence makes every visit meaningful.

At Elara Caring , we’re looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide personalized, one-on-one care to patients. You’ll help patients make progress toward everyday goals while collaborating with a supportive clinical team—and enjoy a weekday schedule that leaves your weekends and holidays open.

• Predictable weekday schedule: Monday–Friday with no weekends, holiday shifts, or on-call responsibilities.
• Meaningful patient relationships: Help patients regain mobility and independence in their own homes.
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus pet insurance.
• Plan for your future: 401(k) with employer match.
• Keep growing: Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees and continuing education opportunities at no cost.
• Time to recharge: Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and pet bereavement leave.
• Support for travel: Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for eligible employees; restrictions apply.

• Deliver physical therapy services under the treatment plan established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Help patients improve strength, balance, mobility, and function to support greater independence.
• Monitor progress and promptly communicate changes in condition or concerns to the Physical Therapist.
• Teach patients and caregivers exercises and techniques that support continued progress at home.
• Provide instruction on the safe use of canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, and orthotics.
• Deliver safe, high-quality care consistent with physician orders, clinical standards, and state practice guidelines.

• A current, unrestricted Massachusetts Physical Therapist Assistant license .
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Six months or more of PTA experience preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including assisting with patient positioning, transfers, and equipment.
• Reliable transportation between patient homes and assigned work locations. If driving, a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.

Apply today to join Elara Caring’s Home Health team and help patients take their next step toward independence.

Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at .

Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Elara Caring Job ID #JR-139632. Posted job title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health

About Elara Caring

Elara Caring is one of the nation’s leading providers of home-based care with a growing footprint of 26,000 caregivers and 60,000 patients in 18 states. Whether you are new to home-based care or a seasoned in-home care professional, Elara Caring will meet you where you are and develop a unique learning plan that recognizes your experience and invests in your clinical professional journey. From our preceptor program to certification prep courses, quality assessments or management training, we care about you and your success.