Physical Therapist Assistant
Core
Assist licensed Physical Therapists in assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and delivering direct physical therapy care under supervision.
Role type
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Builds
Physical therapy treatment programs and patient care plans
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, treatment plan implementation, documentation, communication with patients and caregivers, adherence to clinical protocols
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Assist in assessing patients to develop and initiate treatment plans; Provide direct patient care under supervision; Document findings, progress, and instructions; Support in ensuring patient care meets standards; Assist in completing written plans of care and developing goals; Communicate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and insurance companies
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical role