PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Duties and Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Assistants, also referred to as (PTA'S), do exactly what physical therapists do. Theu assist in recovering and strengthening a clients motor skills. They assist physical therapists to complete their daily tasks.

Salary

$25,680 - $56, 610

Education

To become a pta you will need an associates degree from an accredited program. You must be licensed and certified in order to become qualified to hold a job. You must have a high school diploma. On the job training will be provided and must be completed.

Demand for Career

This career is needed because it assists physical tharapists. It makes their job easier to complete with the extra support. Without them it would be very frusterating for physicians to complete their everyday tasks.

Reflection

I do not wish to pursue this career. It does not interest me whatsoever. It does not appeal to my ambitions.

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Duties and Responsibilities Physical therapists diagnose and manage patients with movement dysfunctions.They work to enhance a patients physical and functional abilities. They promote optimal physical function. They work with a patients history, conduct system reviews, and perform tests and measures to identify any possible issues or dysfunctions. Salary $84,020 Education Requirements of a physical therapist career are a (DPT), an (MPT), and an (MSPT). You must earn your degrees from an accredited program. Programs are typically 3 years. Courses involving biology or anatomy are required. Demand for Career This career is necessary because physical therapists are in charge of restoring and improving ones physical functional motoring capabilities. Without them recovery would be very difficult to achieve. Reflection This career does not interest me. I would not consider it a career path for myself.

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