PTA Clinical Practice 3

This course is associated with the following programs:

• Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate Degree

1. Function under the physical therapist in a safe, legal, professional, and ethical manner to ensure the safety of patients, self, and others throughout the clinical interaction
2. Exhibit behaviors and conduct that reflect respect and sensitivity according to physical therapy practice standards
3. Implement a self-directed plan for career development, credentialing, and lifelong learning
4. Demonstrate clear and collaborative communication with patients, families, and health care team
5. Perform data collection essential for carrying out the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
6. Demonstrate critical thinking skills to implement and modify treatment within a plan of under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist
7. Perform technically competent, evidence-based physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
8. Educate patients, families, and other health providers
9. Produce documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
10. Integrate components of operational and fiscal practices of physical therapy services in a variety of settings