The Physical Therapist Assistant’s primary responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment for treatment and assisting the Physical Therapist with selected procedures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the facility.
Confer with the person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient, keeping them informed of additional patient needs, treatment modifications and/or progress.
Aid in the care and safety of patients.
Prepare equipment for patient treatments as requested by the Physical Therapist.
Assist the Physical Therapist in selected procedures, according to the PT’s directions, by checking patient and equipment during treatment for both comfort and safety.
Perform housekeeping duties; maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility.
