10 Reasons to Become a Physical Therapy Assistant

By M Butler

Physical Therapy Assistants are a fast growing career. Many occupations in the world today involve repetitive motions which cause injuries over time that require physical therapy. The elderly population is rising and it also causes a spike in the needs of physical therapy. With this need of physical therapy there is also an ever present need for physical therapy assistants. The following are reasons to consider becoming a Physical Therapy Assistant. Working as a PTA allows you to see how the body works. You learn how muscles, bones and joints all work together. You will always have a varied job. The patients will change and each new patient has a different injury and requires a different approach. You will always be doing different tasks. You may be helping with the patients care or you may be doing other prep work or clerical work. While your job will sometimes be hard on the patients it will make them feel better in the long run because you are helping them heal. You will be teaching patients how to maintain healing at home. The exercises taught in physical therapy will help patients manage their symptoms at home. Much of the time you will be on your feet and using your arms which will help keep you physically fit. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics between the years 2006-2016 jobs are expected to grow by 20% which is faster than average for all occupations. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median income in 2006 was $41,360. There are many places for you to work. Such places include medical clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, rehab facilities, physical therapy offices and other such places. While training and licensure varies by state generally you just need an associate’s degree to perform this job accurately. Most of the training you need can be done at a career college. Physical Therapy Assistant's are a hot commodity. With the exception of the initial evaluation a PTA can perform much of the needed treatment. This allows facilities to run cost effective businesses. This also makes a Physical Therapy Assistant into a position that is constantly in demand. Consider the above reasons when determining whether to study for it. To learn information about physical therapy programs, see this list of Physical Therapy Schools to request information.

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