Physical Therapist Assistant

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Salem (NM); Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-based rehabilitation for seniors and individuals with disabilities. You will implement treatment plans under a licensed PT and conduct exercises to improve strength, mobility, and safety in clients' homes.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, educating patients and caregivers, and ensuring safe, quality care. The role requires strong communication and the ability to work independently in home settings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant or related healthcare field.
• Current licensure/certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (per local requirements).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient and caregiver education.
• Ability to work independently in home settings and adapt care to individual needs.
• Reliable documentation skills and attention to safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and mobility support aligned with the PT’s treatment plan.
• Observe patient performance, note progress, and document outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises and safe use of equipment.
• Support individualized home-based care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote coordinated care.

Skills

Patient education

Independent home visits

Documentation

Communication

Adaptive care

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant or related healthcare field

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (Home-Based Rehabilitation)

Provide compassionate, hands-on rehabilitation services in clients’ homes for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Implement treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help improve strength, mobility, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and mobility support aligned with the PT’s treatment plan.
• Observe patient performance, note progress, and document outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises and safe use of equipment.
• Support individualized home-based care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote coordinated care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant or related healthcare field.
• Current licensure/certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (per local requirements).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient and caregiver education.
• Ability to work independently in home settings and adapt care to individual needs.
• Reliable documentation skills and attention to safety and quality care.