Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Home Care | Cornerstone VNA
Location: Rochester NH 03867
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Help Patients Move Better, Safer, and Stronger — At Home
Cornerstone VNA is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Care Rehabilitation team. In this role, you’ll work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver medically prescribed therapy services in the home setting, helping patients restore function, improve mobility, and maintain independence.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a PTA who values one-on-one patient care, clinical autonomy, and meaningful outcomes.
What You’ll Do
Patient Care & Treatment
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Provide physical therapy treatments in the home setting according to an established plan of care.
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Assist patients in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing further physical decline.
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Utilize appropriate therapeutic techniques, exercises, and interventions within PTA scope of practice.
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Prepare for visits and organize daily schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize travel time.
Documentation & Compliance
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Accurately document treatments, standardized tests, patient education, and functional progress in the EMR.
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Ensure documentation reflects visit-to-visit progress or interventions aimed at preventing deterioration.
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Synchronize documentation per agency standards and timelines.
Care Coordination & Collaboration
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Work closely with the supervising Physical Therapist to support patient goals and outcomes.
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Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary care team members.
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Adhere to scheduling processes and assist with efficient care delivery.
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Utilize resources appropriately and support referrals to other disciplines when indicated.
Professional Development & Quality
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance self-evaluations.
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Complete required trainings, competencies, and in-services.
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Incorporate continuing education and specialty skills into clinical practice as appropriate.
What You Bring
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Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in New Hampshire and Maine
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Graduation from an approved PTA program
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2+ years of therapy experience preferred
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Home care experience preferred (minimum 1 year)
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Strong clinical judgment and independent problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
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Comfort working independently in a home-based environment
Why Cornerstone VNA?
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Mission-driven, community-focused organization
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One-on-one patient care in the home
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Supportive rehab leadership and interdisciplinary teams
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Mileage reimbursement
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Continuing education and professional development
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Flexible scheduling options
Join a Team That Helps Patients Thrive at Home
If you’re a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant who enjoys meaningful patient connections and values high-quality home-based care, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Cornerstone VNA as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).