Physical Therapist Assistants

1. Physical Therapist Assistant

   Degree · Health & Biosciences

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
• Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
• Measure patients' range-of-joint motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations.
• Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches.
• Train patients in the use of orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices.

Job zone 3, medium preparation: Training, an associate degree, or a few years of related experience.

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