Physical Therapist Aides

Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments, assists PHYSICAL THERAPIST or PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatments: Assists patients to dress, undress, and put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, and slings, before and after treatments. Secures patients into or onto therapy equipment. Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff. Provides routine treatments, such as hydrotherapy, hot and cold packs, and paraffin bath. Transports patients to and from treatment area. Cleans work area and equipment after treatment. May record treatment given and equipment used. May inventory and requisition supplies and equipment. May adjust fit of supportive devices for patients, as instructed. May be assigned to specific type of treatment or patient service and be designated Physical Therapy Aide, Hydrotherapy; Physical Therapy Aide, Transport.

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[analyticalw]

What if I took a course in psychology? Does that count?

[custom240sx]

ok an aid is the same thing as a tech, you dont get paid much and you dont need to go to class for it. So if you are considering going to class for it save your money... Just try to find one that will hire you. If anything take an anatomy class and physiology class and you will be good. For an assistant its a 2 year degree.

[Klassyboi11]

Looking into Physical Therapy Aide program from Penn Foster Online College.