Physical Therapy Assistant
- Help patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life through therapy.
- Support physical therapists in crafting and executing effective treatment plans.
- Engage in a hands-on role that combines healthcare and personal interaction.
💰 Earn $62K-$95K
📚 Associate Degree
Overview
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.Scoop
Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)
Day-to-Day
- Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
- Document patient information, such as notes on their progress.
- Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
- Instruct patients in proper body mechanics and in ways to improve functional mobility, such as aquatic exercise.
- Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Working with my hands
- Relating with or serving others
- Thinking and problem solving
You are skilled in 💫
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Service Orientation
- Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Active Listening
You value 🙏
- Having support
- Job security
- Personal relationships
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Physical Therapy Assistant
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