Job Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant skillfully and independently performs standardized procedures as directed and assigned by Physical Therapist. The physical therapist assistant provides treatment intervention as ordered by the attending physician under the guidance of a Registered Physical Therapist to patients of all ages including: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. PTA helps maintain department statistics and paperwork; assists patients in exercise, ambulation, functional activities, and applies assistive devices as directed; applies physical therapy modalities; and assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment. The Physical Therapy Assistant is under direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.