DPT Presentation
Transcript: Physical Therapist Assistant Jonelle Hook Introduction Introduction Assessment What kid of degree does a PTA need to practice? Can a PTA advance an exercise program? In the state of South Dakota, how many PTA's can a PT supervise? In the state of SD, how many supervising PT's can a PTA have? What do you feel is the most important characteristics of the PT/PTA relationship? Physical Therapist Assistant at Rehab Choice Inc. Kansas City and Columbia MO Physical Therapist Assistant at Fyzical (formerly Great Plains Therapy), Vermillion SD Currently: Instructor in the Health Sciences Department Education Education Bachelor of Science from The University of Iowa in Physical Education and Health Associate of Applied Science from Linn State Technical College in Physical Therapist Assistant Master of Arts from USD in Educational Administration/Adult and Higher Education Physical Therapist Assistant Physical Therapist Assistant: Physical therapist assistants provide physical therapist services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. PTAs implement components of patient care, obtain data related to the treatments provided, and collaborate with the PT to modify care as necessary. (APTA 2023) Physical Therapist Assistant Education Knowledge Anatomy Physiology Kinesiology Human Diseases and the Disease Process Therapeutic Exercises Modalities Recommended Skills for a PTA Ability to work on a team Communication - Verbal and Written skills Visual Observation Knowledge of Healthcare Delivery Systems Ability to handle emotional stress Ability to multitask Attention to details Recommended Skills Working as a TEAM Most Important PTA's are clinical problem solvers PTA's ensure the patient/client safety and comfort Keep the PTA algorithm in mind PT/PTA Relationship PT/PTA Relationship PT/PTA Relationship PT/PTA State Physical Therapy Practice Act Varies from State to State Know your states Practice Act Professional and Ethical Documents Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (2019) PT/PTA Relationship Know the PTA Education, Scope of Practice and Experience APTA offers several resources addressing these issues: Direction and Supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Patient Care & Supervision Supervision & PT/PTA Teamwork APTA Policies on Scope of Work PT/PTA Real World Get to Know Each Other Strengths, Weaknesses, Experience, Level of Supervision Trust Communicate Constantly - Good notes with specifics in the (P) Plan and Precautions Approach each case as a Team - Foster confidence in the patient/client Be flexible PT/PTA Salaries and Employment According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Salaries and Employment Projected Growth 19% increase in the number of PTA jobs 2022-2032 24,300 open jobs Average salary: $62,770(May 2022) Projected Growth Employment Opportunity Venues Office of other Healthcare Practitioners: $60,090 General Med/Surg hospitals: $63,330 Nursing Care Facilities: $74,070 Employment Venues Top Paying Industries Home Health $76,210 Skilled Nursing Facilities $74,070 Top Paying Industries Assessment What kind of degree does a PTA need to practice? Can a PTA advance an exercise program? In the state of South Dakota, how many PTA’s can a PT supervise? In the state of South Dakota, how many supervising PT’s can a PTA have? What do you feel is the most important characteristic of the PT/PTA relationship? Assessment Questions? Questions