Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$37-$50/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Care |Pittsfield, MA | New competitive rates, earn up to $50/visit!
Visiting Rehab and Nursing Services (VRNS) is seeking a compassionate and dependable Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing home healthcare team in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Position Highlights
- Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Position
- $37–$50 per visit
- Flexible scheduling
One Year of Clinical Experience Required
- Part Time Benefits package – Dental, Vision, 401k, reimbursement for Wi-Fi cost and more!
- Mileage reimbursement
- Licensure reimbursement
- Supportive clinical and administrative leadership
- Ongoing training and professional development
- USA Today Top Workplaces Winner – 2024, 2025 & 2026
Your Role as a Home Care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):
As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with VRNS, you’ll provide skilled physical therapy services directly in patients’ homes under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
You’ll work closely with patients and their care teams to promote mobility, strength, functional independence, safety, and quality of life.
If you’re looking for a therapy position that combines professional independence, flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and meaningful one-on-one patient care, this could be a great opportunity for you!
Your Responsibilities May Include
- Providing skilled physical therapy interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist
- Assessing patients’ home environments and reinforcing appropriate safety strategies
- Educating patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility strategies, and safety techniques
- Monitoring patient progress and reporting changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Collaborating with Physical Therapists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and other members of the care team
Completing Accurate and Timely Electronic Documentation
Home care offers a unique opportunity to get to know your patients and make a meaningful difference in their daily lives. Each visit is different, and you’ll have the autonomy to provide individualized care based on each patient’s needs.
What Makes VRNS Different?
At Visiting Rehab and Nursing Services, we’re clinician-owned and clinician-focused. We understand what therapists need to feel supported and successful in the field.
Our participation in the ABI Waiver Program helps provide clinicians with consistent scheduling while still offering flexibility and independence that make home healthcare so appealing.
You’ll have the support of an experienced clinical and administrative team while maintaining the ability to build a schedule that works for your life.
Requirements
Need to Have
- Current Massachusetts Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
- Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience
- Afternoon availability
Nice to Have
- Previous home care experience
- Monday–Friday availability
Weekend Availability
Join the VRNS team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the flexibility of part-time home care physical therapy!
Key Responsibilities
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to monitor patient progress and maintain accurate electronic documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (597 salary observations; 1,299 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,017 salary observations; 57,369 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Visiting Rehab and Nursing Services a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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