Physical Therapy Assistant

Home Health & Hospice Care; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program

403(b) retirement savings plan

Continuous earned time accrual

Job summary

Home Health & Hospice Care in Merrimack, NH is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled rehabilitation in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, reinforce exercises, and help patients regain mobility and independence in their own environment.

The role focuses on patient education, safe mobility, accurate charting in the EMR, collaboration with the care team, and a flexible schedule including travel within the agency's

Qualifications

• Associates degree or better in Physical Therapy.
• Registered and in good standing with the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
• At least two years of hospital or clinic experience; homecare experience preferred.
• CPR certification and ability to meet background checks.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Reinforce home exercise programs by educating patients 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.

Skills

PT Assistant

Patient Education

Communication

Independent Home Care

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR

Job description

Home Health & Hospice
7 Executive Park Drive
Merrimack, NH 03054, USA

Home Health & Hospice
7 Executive Park Drive
Merrimack, NH 03054, USA

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
• 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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Education

Required

Associates or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

CPR Certification

Physical Therapy Asst

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