Physical Therapist Assistant- Staten Island, NY

Physical Therapist Assistant

FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Staten Island, NY, and we're looking for motivated, licensed Physical Therapist Assistants who want to make a hands-on difference in the lives of older adults. Working closely with a supervising Physical Therapist, you'll carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through exercises and functional activities, and help them rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence, all through FOX's signature Geriatric House Calls model, delivered where patients live.

This opportunity is ideal for PTAs who thrive on real, one-on-one time with patients, want to see the direct impact of their work every single day, and are looking to grow their clinical career within a supportive, team-based environment.

As part of an interdisciplinary care team, you'll work alongside PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists, with built-in mentorship from your supervising PT and a clear runway to grow your skills, your caseload, and your career.

If you're ready to bring energy, compassion, and hands-on care to the communities you serve, FOX is the right fit for you!

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

Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?

FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. As a PTA, you won't just be supporting the plan of care, you'll be the one in the room, building trust with patients and delivering the moments of progress that keep them independent. You'll be backed by leaders who understand clinical work because they've lived it.

Why PTAs love working with FOX:

• Meaningful, one-on-one time with patients in their homes and senior living communities
• A true partnership with your supervising PT, collaborative care planning, not just task lists
• Built-in mentorship and a clear path to grow your clinical skills and career
• The ability to build your own schedule and create lasting patient relationships
• A collaborative, interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
• A community-based practice focused on independence, wellness, and longevity
• A culture that recognizes the PTA role as essential, not secondary to great outcomes

Employment Types Available

• Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits)
• Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)
• PRN/FOX Flex Physical Therapist Assistant Home & Community Visits

Compensation & Benefits

• FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education access
• Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
• Access to advanced technology and tools
• Supportive, clinician-driven culture

In addition to base compensation, PTAs have access to multiple earning opportunities, including:

• Employee referral bonuses
• Wellness referral incentives
• Additional pay for increased efficiency

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 2550 lbs occasionally, 1025 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

Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant providing hands-on, in-home, and senior living care to older adults across Staten Island, NY, and surrounding communities. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with your supervising clinician, build real relationships with patients, and help people stay strong, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.