What will I do in this job?
If you want to be a Physical Therapist Assistants or Technicians, you will perform components of Physical Therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by a supervising Physical Therapist. They assist Physical Therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disability of patient suffering from injuries or disease.
Physical Therapist Assistants:
- record the patient’s responses to treatment
- report to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment
Physical Therapist Technicians:
- are responsible for keeping the treatment area clean
- organize and prepare for each patient’s therapy
- transport patients by wheelchair
- provide patients with emotional support
Physical Therapist Assistants and Technicians need to have a moderate degree of strength, due to the physical exertion required in assisting patients with their treatment.
Will I need a special license?
If you choose to be a Physical Therapist Assistant, State Registration is required.
Physical Therapist Technicians do not need a license.
What type of education will I need?
Physical therapist assistants typically earn an associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Technicians – High School Diploma and on-the-job training.
Will I find a job?
Employment of physical therapist assistants and technicians is expected to grow much faster than the average through the year 2012.
How much will I make?
Median Salary: $37,513 (Ranges from $30,000- $42,000)
(2003-2004)
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