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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 31-2021.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

What this job is about

Assist and support patients in their rehabilitation process.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Instruct patients in exercises

    Guide and motivate patients as they practice therapeutic exercises.

  2. 2

    Document patient progress

    Record notes on patient responses and progress during treatments.

  3. 3

    Monitor treatment equipment

    Ensure proper operation of therapy equipment and document its use.

  4. 4

    Communicate with caregivers

    Instruct family members on patient treatment plans and activities.

  5. 5

    Prepare treatment areas

    Set up therapy equipment and clean workspaces for upcoming sessions.

Tools used in this work
eClinicalWorks EHR softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.