How do they match: Physical Therapist Aides

  • Medical Receptionist
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Rehabilitation Assistant

  • Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing the patient and the treatment area.

  • Assist patients to dress, undress, or put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, or slings.
  • Instruct, motivate, safeguard, or assist patients practicing exercises or functional activities, under direction of medical staff.
  • Participate in patient care tasks, such as assisting with passing food trays, feeding residents, or bathing residents on bed rest.

  • Assist patients with daily activities.
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Clean medical equipment.
  • Fit patients for assistive devices.
  • Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
  • Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
  • Maintain medical records.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.
  • Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
  • Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.