Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$45-$50/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
Do you love helping others live their best life possible? Are you passionate about promoting quality of life by providing world-class care?
Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you’ll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent at their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible.
A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). Services are provided in accordance with physician orders, the established plan of care, and applicable state and federal requirements.
Why join our team
Treated with respect and dignity
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supported in the field
Flexible scheduling
Paid Mileage
What you’ll be doing
Provide physical therapy services as directed by the Physical Therapist and in accordance with the established plan of care.
Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, mobility, functional activities, and other interventions within the PTA’s scope of practice.
Help patients improve mobility, strength, function, and independence within their capabilities.
Observe and document patients’ responses to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and other members of the home health care team to support coordinated patient care.
Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and other activities as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Complete required clinical documentation accurately and timely in accordance with agency policies and applicable requirements.
What we’re looking for
A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant education program.
Current Physical Therapist Assistant license or certification, as required by the state in which practicing.
Experience in home health or a related clinical setting preferred.
Ability to work effectively under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Strong communication, documentation, and patient-care skills.
Knowledge of applicable home health documentation requirements and standards.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include assisting with therapeutic exercises, documenting patient progress, and educating caregivers on mobility techniques.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and hold a current state license or certification. Experience in home health or a related clinical setting is preferred, along with strong communication and documentation skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (172 salary observations; 340 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,390 salary observations; 15,589 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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