Collaborating with PTA's Flashcards
What is a PTA?
A trained personnel who assist in the provision of PT services under the direction and supervision of a registered/licensed PT.
What is the role of a PTA?
To assist the PT in ensuring that PT services are delivered in a safe, effective and efficient manner. Help provide PT services to achieve and maintain optimal client outcomes
How long is a PTA program?
2 years
How many placements do they complete?
3, 6 weeks each
Who determines the role and scope of a PTA?
The employer
Who guides the role and scope of a PTA?
The PT legislation and practice standards (The College)
Can a PTA perform a standardized outcome measure test?
Yes
Can a PTA interpret referrals, diagnosis, prognosis, assessment findings, treatment procedures, goals of treatment?
No
Can a PTA observe, monitor and report pts performance and status?
Yes
Can a PTA obtain informed consent?
NO
Can a PTA perform interventions including mobility training, modalities, secretion clearance, development of exercise programs?
Yes
Can a PTA plan or modify treatment beyond established limits?
No
Can a PTA deliver standardized education classes?
Yes
Can a PTA dischage plan?
NO
Can a PTA discontinue treatment in response to pts status?
Yes