Home Health & Hospice Care·Merrimack, New Hampshire
Implements physical therapy treatment plans and instructs patients and caregivers on home exercise programs. Communicates patient progress and needs to the supervising physical therapist and team manager.
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.
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.
Requires an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy and registration as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New Hampshire. Candidates must have at least two years of therapy assistant experience and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Market context
In New Hampshire, allied-health employers often look for Physical Therapist Assistants to support rehabilitation services in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care settings. These roles are competitive because candidates must meet accredited PTA education requirements and state licensure or eligibility, while also fitting schedules and care-team needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare to discuss hands-on patient care experience.
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