What does a physical therapy assistant do on a daily basis?

A physical therapy assistant meets with patients, updates patient records, and plans future sessions on a daily basis.

• Meets with patients. Physical therapy assistants work with their patients on a daily basis. Typically, they cover portions of a larger treatment plan that has been approved or created by the physical therapist in charge. Assistants make sure to cover all of the day's treatment plans, while offering guidance and answering any questions that arise.
• Updates patient records. After meeting with patients, it is important to record everything that occurred. Each clinic handles this differently, so some assistants take notes while others may pass along information to physical therapists who record these notes in the clinic's system.
• Plans future sessions. During any downtime at work, it is important for assistants to prepare for the future. They can review plans for the next day or session and prepare. This could include locating any required supplies or equipment necessary. This helps to keep the days flowing smoothly.