Physical Therapy Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities: Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting their status and reporting to a physical therapist Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care Use a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching, to treat patients Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients Educate a patient and family members about what to do after treatment Salary:$ 42,980 Education: ~ associate's degree ~ high school diploma Demand for this particular career: ~ compassion ~ Detail oriented ~ Dexterity ~ Physical stamina