Physical Therapy Assistant

Home Health & Hospice Care

Merrimack, New Hampshire

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Hospital, Nursing, Operational Support, Operations, Patient Education, Physical Therapy, Retirement Plan, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Merrimack, New Hampshire
POSTED
30+ days ago

About the Job

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.

What You’ll Do

  • 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.

Who You Are

  • A Physical Therapist Assistant with an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy.
  • Registered and in good standing with the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
  • Equipped with at least two years of hospital or clinic experience (homecare experience preferred).
  • Certified in CPR and 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.

Why You’ll Love Us

  • 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

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Healthcare is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds and walks of life to help build the future of healthcare.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Home Health & Hospice Care