Physical Therapist Assistant - PTRS Group
Boca Raton, FL 33434
About the Job
Physical Therapy Assistants work closely with Physical Therapists and other PTAs to provide rehabilitative care to patients.
In most physical therapy the duties and responsibilities of a Physical Therapy Assistant may include the following:
In most physical therapy the duties and responsibilities of a Physical Therapy Assistant may include the following:
- Counsel patients and their families on what to do following treatment.
- Observe the patients they are working with before, during, and after therapy and report notes to the Physical Therapist.
- Assign specific exercises for the patient and help the patient do these exercises.
- Use devices, such as walkers, and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain.
- Use a variety of techniques, including stretching exercises and massage, to treat patients.
- Assist patients when moving to and from the therapy area.
Source : PTRS Group