How do they match: Physical Therapist Assistants

  • Physical Therapist Assistants

  • Certified Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Home Health PT
  • Home Health PTA
  • Home Health Physical Therapist
  • Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Physiotherapy Assistant
  • Rehab Assistant
  • Rehabilitation Assistant

  • 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.

  • Assist patients to dress, undress, or put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, or slings.
  • Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
  • Perform therapeutic wound care.

  • Assist patients with daily activities.
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Communicate patient status to other health practitioners.
  • Confer with other professionals to plan patient care.
  • Document client health or progress.
  • Fit patients for assistive devices.
  • Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel.