PTA SUMMARY

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

PTA ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program

• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant

PTA OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s

• protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

• the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.

• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
• Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.