Physical Therapist Aides
Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing the patient and the treatment area.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
19 tasks analyzed
Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.
Instruct, motivate, safeguard, or assist patients practicing exercises or functional activities, under direction of medical staff.
Record treatment given and equipment used.
Administer active or passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, or heat, light, sound, water, or electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound.
Transport patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment. | - | - | - |
| Instruct, motivate, safeguard, or assist patients practicing exercises or functional activities, under direction of medical staff. | - | - | - |
| Record treatment given and equipment used. | - | - | - |
| Administer active or passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, or heat, light, sound, water, or electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound. | - | - | - |
| Transport patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$34,520
per year
Mean Wage
$35,510
per year
Employment
44K
workers
Wage Range
$24,960 - $46,930
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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