Physical Therapy Assistant

Home Health & Hospice Care • Merrimack, NH

7d • 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.

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