Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health
Listed compensation
$35-$45/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Join Acclaim Home Health as a Physical Therapist Assistant in our Worcester, MA location. In this role, you will work closely with licensed physical therapists to provide compassionate and effective care to patients in their homes, helping them regain mobility and improve their quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients recovering from injury, illness, or surgery.
- Provide hands-on therapy and exercises to patients in their home environment.
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the supervising therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques and safety measures to promote healing and prevent injury.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and patient responses.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and healthcare regulations.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current state licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Previous home health experience preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a home-based setting.
- Reliable transportation for traveling to patient homes within the Worcester area.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rate of $35.00 - $45.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly.
- Flexible scheduling opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
About the Company
Acclaim Home Health is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate home healthcare to individuals in their communities. Our team strives to improve patient outcomes through personalized care and a commitment to excellence. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
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 (450 salary observations; 1,402 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,783 salary observations; 58,901 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)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $73k–$94k | Physical Therapy median $80k (middle half $68k–$87k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Massachusetts vs national | $98k median in Massachusetts | $94k nationally (+5%)450 state / 10,783 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$79k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Massachusetts | 582 active | 21,909 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Massachusetts Physical Therapist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 18% offer loan repayment606 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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