Physical Therapy Assistant

 Physical Therapy Assistant

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Duties and Responsibilities: Physical therapist assistants help physical therapists provide care to patients. Under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, they give therapy through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and therapeutic modalities, such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound.

Salary: $47,379-$57,759

Education: Physical therapist assistant (PTA) education, obtained in a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program, prepares graduates for taking the national licensure examination and entering the field of physical therapy with the required knowledge, skills, and behaviors of a PTA.

Demand for this particular career: Physical therapist assistants, sometimes called PTAs, and physical therapist aides work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain.

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Reflection:
 Do you think you would like to be one? 
Why? Why not? I would like to work as this job to motivate and inspire people to always try and do their best and also because the salary is a good amount.