Physical Therapist Assistant School

Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a licensed professional who performs physical therapy treatments in accordance with agency policies under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Administers physical therapy to patients following the Plan of Care developed by the Physician and Physical Therapist. Evaluates and documents effectiveness of physical therapy services to the patient and his/her response to treatment. Assesses the home environment to identify safety hazards on a continued basis. Recommends changes in the environment that eliminate or reduce these hazards. Recognizes and identifies need for initiation of services from other disciplines or resources. Documents these needs communicates with supervisor and refers to other disciplines/resources as needed. Assesses social emotional and physical factors within the patients home that affect patient care and response to plan of treatment communicates these factors to the supervising Physical Therapist. Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and identifies problems related to patients response to treatment and assists in modifying the Plan of Care. Reports any adverse changes in the patients condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Care Manager. Completes daily assignments within a reasonable and acceptable time frame. Attends inservices and continuing education programs in an effort to keep skills up to date. Maintains sound privacy and security practices and prevents privacy or security breaches. If a breach occurs corrective action will be taken. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.