About This Role
This per diem role places you in long-term care settings where you'll work alongside physical therapists to help older adults regain mobility and function. Your days involve guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, assisting with movement training, and supporting their recovery goals. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team committed to respectful, dignified care. This position suits candidates with a genuine interest in geriatric rehabilitation who appreciate working in a mission-driven nonprofit environment affiliated with Harvard Medical School. The flexible, as-needed schedule works well for those seeking variable hours rather than full-time commitment.
$25–$45/hr
Long-term care / Rehabilitation / School
PRN / Per Diem
PT license
Location & Routes
- Base city: Boston, MA
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active PT license in good standing in the state of employment
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Therapists in Boston can find roles in outpatient orthopedics, pediatrics, home health, school-based settings and telehealth. New grads and experienced clinicians are both in demand.
Full Job Details
Hebrew SeniorLife, a Boston-based nonprofit affiliated with Harvard Medical School, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant for our long-term care settings on a per diem basis.
In this role, you’ll support PTs in delivering evidence-based rehabilitation to older adults, including therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, and restorative care.
You’ll collaborate within an interdisciplinary, mission-driven team that values respect, dignity, and inclusion, while gaining exposure to innovative programs, education, and research that advance the future of aging services.