• Physical Therapist Aides
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  • Health Science
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 29,136
    $24,662 range bar $36,184
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Very Fast Growing
  • Physical Therapist Aides work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses to regain movement and manage pain. Physical therapist assistants are involved in the direct care of patients. Physical therapist aides often have tasks that are indirectly related to patient care, such as cleaning and setting up the treatment area, moving patients, and doing clerical duties.

What do they typically do

  • Clean treatment areas and set up therapy equipment
  • Wash linens
  • Help patients move to or from a therapy area
  • Do clerical tasks, such as answering phones and scheduling patients

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth +2.2%
Job Openings 16

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