Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health

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

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health
• Full-Time | Boston Territory
• 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 throughout our Boston territory. 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.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What You’ll Bring

• 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.

Bring Your Skills to Care That Hits Home.

Apply today to join Elara Caring’s Boston 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 recruiting@elara.com.

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 careers.elara.com

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