Career Details

Physical Therapy Aide

Description

Physical therapy aide works under the direct supervision of a physical therapist. Performs duties assigned by the physical therapist under direct supervision, may be assigned with clerical tasks on the front office. They only perform delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. They may be assigned with specific tasks such as observing patient during treatment sessions, other tasks may involve securing patients into or onto the therapy equipment., transporting patients to and from the treatment areas, keeping the treatment area well organized, answering telephone calls and directing it to the appropriate staff members,

Certifying Organization

American Education Certification Association

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Certificates

Certificate name

Physical Therapy Technician Certification

Certifying Organization

American Medical Certification Association

Type

Core

Certificate name

Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction Biofeedback Entry Level Certification

Certifying Organization

Biofeedback Certification International Alliance

Type

Specialty

Certificate name

Wound Care Certification

Certifying Organization

National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy

Type

Specialty

Radiation Therapists

Median Annual Income

$98,300

Projected Job Growth

+3 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Associate's degree

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

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Recreational Therapists

Median Annual Income

$57,120

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

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Respiratory Therapists

Median Annual Income

$77,960

Projected Job Growth

+13 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Associate's degree

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

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Psychiatric Technicians

Median Annual Income

$39,700

Projected Job Growth

+17 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Postsecondary certificate

Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.

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Surgical Assistants

Median Annual Income

$59,160

Projected Job Growth

+7 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Postsecondary certificate

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.

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Psychiatric Aides

Median Annual Income

$39,160

Projected Job Growth

+1 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff. May assist with daily living activities, lead patients in educational and recreational activities, or accompany patients to and from examinations and treatments. May restrain violent patients. Includes psychiatric orderlies.

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Occupational Therapy Assistants

Median Annual Income

$67,010

Projected Job Growth

+22 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Associate's degree

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

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Occupational Therapy Aides

Median Annual Income

$36,970

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.

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Physical Therapist Aides

Median Annual Income

$33,520

Projected Job Growth

+3 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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Medical Assistants

Median Annual Income

$42,000

Projected Job Growth

+15 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Postsecondary certificate

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

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