# Physical Therapy Assistant

Occupation

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A physical therapy assistant (PTA) implements treatment plans designed by physical therapists to help patients recover mobility and strength following surgery, injury, or chronic conditions, commonly in outpatient clinics, hospitals, or skilled nursing facilities. Core duties include guiding patients through therapeutic exercise techniques and manual therapy, following rehabilitation care plans, and maintaining detailed patient documentation in electronic health records (EHR) to monitor outcomes over time. PTAs must complete an accredited associate degree program and obtain state licensure.

Top skills: [Manual Therapy](https://career.thegoodapps.co/skills/manual-therapy)

## Career ladder

- Often comes from: often an entry point.
- Often leads to: [Physical Therapist](https://career.thegoodapps.co/occupations/physical-therapist)

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