How do they match: Physical Therapist Aides

  • Assist patients to dress, undress, or put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, or slings.
  • Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
  • Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, adjusting fit as needed.
  • Train patients to use orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices.
  • Transport patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support.