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Physical therapist assistants work under the supervision of physical therapists in a wide variety of health care settings. These include hospitals, rehabilitation centers, private practices, skilled nursing and extended care facilities, and home health care agencies. Physical therapist assistants treat clients with movement, strength, and coordination disorders in order to improve function, decrease pain, and increase independence. The scope of practice includes activities such as administration of physical modalities, therapeutic exercise, ambulation training, and assisting/instructing patients with transfers and functional activities. Physical therapist assistants must recognize common medical disorders and be able to assess whether patients are progressing appropriately with the treatment plan determined by the physical therapist. Physical therapist assistants are currently in demand in the health care system. Current information on licensure examination pass rates and employment of Sacramento City College Physical Therapist Assistant program graduates may be obtained from the program coordinator. |
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