The goal of a Physical Therapy Aide is to create a more productive atmosphere for the therapist while allowing for the comfort of the patient. While the Aide does not work directly on the patient, they will work under the supervision of the Physical Therapist or the Physical Therapist Assistant.

The Aide is responsible for keeping the treatment area clean and organized and for preparing for each patient’s therapy. An Aide’s duties could include clerical tasks such as answering phones, filling out insurance forms or other necessary paperwork, filing, or even greeting and comforting patients. This career choice is an excellent step to anyone considering advanced schooling in Physical Therapy.