Physical Therapy Assistant

Home Health & Hospice Care • Merrimack, NH

8d • Remote

About The Position

As a Physical Therapist Assistant in Homecare, you’ll deliver skilled, compassionate rehabilitative care directly in the patient’s home. Working under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you’ll implement individualized treatment plans, reinforce therapeutic exercises, and help patients regain mobility, safety, and independence. This role blends hands‑on clinical skill, patient education, and strong communication to support goal‑directed, cost‑effective care in the home setting.

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Registered and in good standing with the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
• At least two years of hospital or clinic experience.
• Certified in CPR.
• Able to meet criminal background and motor vehicle record requirements.
• Skilled in implementing treatment plans, educating patients, and communicating effectively with the care team.
• Comfortable working independently in the home setting while collaborating closely with a supervising PT.
• Competent with electronic medical records and timely documentation.
• Compassionate, adaptable, and committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered rehabilitative care.

Nice To Haves

• Homecare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Reinforce home exercise programs by educating patients, families, and caregivers after discharge from PT services.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient status, progress, or goals to the supervising PT.
• Coordinate care by effectively communicating with the interdisciplinary team and contacting the team manager as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on proper body mechanics and safe mobility techniques.
• Document timely, accurate clinical notes in the electronic medical record.
• Support daily operations by being flexible with scheduling and traveling within the agency’s territory in all seasons.
• Participate in staff meetings, in‑services, and required trainings.
• Provide excellent customer service and contribute to positive patient outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full‑time & part‑time employees
• Short‑term, long‑term disability, life & pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
• 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Continuous earned time accrual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree