Pays $24.04-$45/hr — Physical Therapist Assistant market median is ~$69k (10 jobs) · Top 25% in Geriatrics (Physical Therapy) for work-life (4.8/10, vs 153 in this specialty)
Physical Therapist Assistant- Metuchen, NJ
About the Role
Flexible schedule, one-on-one geriatric care in homes and senior living. Full-time, part-time, or PRN. Metuchen, NJ.
Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Geriatric House Calls, Flexible Schedule in Metuchen, New Jersey, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $24.04 - $45.00/hr.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education access
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Employee referral bonuses
- Wellness referral incentives
- Built-in mentorship from supervising PT
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join FOX Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Geriatric House Calls, Flexible Schedule.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will deliver individualized treatment plans and guide patients through therapeutic exercises to improve strength and mobility. They are responsible for accurate clinical documentation and coordinating care within an interdisciplinary team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license or be eligible to obtain one. A current CPR certification and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and patient transfers are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Geriatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
FOX Rehabilitation ranks #10 of 10 employers hiring Physical Therapist Assistant on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Geriatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
Geriatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$72k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $66k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 4.8/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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