Notice the difference in pay from aide to assistant indicated below.
Median annual earnings of physical therapist assistantswere $41,360 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $33,840 and $49,010. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $26,190, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $57,220. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of physical therapist assistants in May 2006 were:
Home health care services $46,390
Nursing care facilities 44,460
Offices of physical, occupational and speech therapists, and audiologists 40,780
General medical and surgical hospitals 40,670
Offices of physicians 39,290
Median annual earnings of physical therapist aides were $22,060 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $18,550 and $26,860. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $15,850, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $32,600. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of physical therapist aides in May 2006 were:
Nursing care facilities $24,170
Offices of physicians 22,680
General medical and surgical hospitals 22,680
Offices of physical, occupational and speech therapists, and audiologists 21,230
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for Physical Therapist Aides as of May 2008 is, $24,770. This would amount to $11.91 per hour.
$8-10 an hr.
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Physical therapist aides and assistants (PTAs) perform a variety of tasks under the supervision and direction of physical therapists. Physical therapists assistants, sometimes called physical therapist aids help the physical therapist make therapy sessions more productive. In 2008 physical therapist assistants held about 60,000 jobs, while physical therapist aids held about 46,000 jobs. Education Requirements for PT Aides and PT Assistants: In many states, to work as a PTA you must complete an accredited physical therapist assistant program where you will earn and associates degree. In addition, you must acquire CPR certification, clinical experience and other first aid. The majority of employers provide on the job training and physical therapist aides must have a high school diploma. As physical therapist aides are not licensed, some states do require registration or licensure in order to practice. Job Description PT Aides and PT Assistants: As a PTA you will perform components of treatment procedures. Some of which include: •massages •ultrasound •paraffin baths •electrical stimulation •hot and cold packs •exercises You will also keep the treatment area clean and organized, help patients get to and from the treatment area as well as prepare for each patients therapy. Some additional duties include clerical tasks, such as answering the phones, filling out insurance forms and paperwork, and ordering supplies. The extent of the duties depends on the location and size of the facility. Salary for PT Aides and PT Assistants: In May of 2004 the median annual earnings of PTA’s were $37,890. The lowest 10 percent earned $24,110 or less and the highest earned more than $52,110. In 2008 Physical therapist assistants earned an hourly wage of $22.18 and a median salary of $46,140. Job Outlook: Employment for PTA’s is expected to grow much faster than other occupations as the demand for physical therapist aides and assistants continues to rise. Due to the increasing amount of the population being elderly, and vulnerable to debilitating and chronic conditions that require therapeutic services.
A physical therapist aid makes about $40,000 a year. This can vary greatly depending on their experience and where they work.
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There is no way to tell exactly how much a physical therapist aide earns unless you ask them. Different people make different amounts of money.
about 35,000 a year
The median expected annual pay for a typical Physical Therapist in the United States is $79,846.
The average salary for a physical therapist assistant is $52,320 per year. Physical therapists earn more than the majority of healthcare jobs.
Employment is expected to grow much faster than average because of increasing consumer demand for physical therapy services. Job prospects for physical therapist assistants are expected to be very good. Aides should experience keen competition for jobs. Employment change. Employment of physical therapist assistants and aides is expected to grow by 29 percent over the 2006-16 decade, much faster than the average for all occupations. The impact of Federal limits on Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for therapy services may adversely affect the short-term job outlook for physical therapist assistants and aides. However, long-term demand for physical therapist assistants and aides will continue to rise, as the number of individuals with disabilities or limited function grows. The increasing number of people who need therapy reflects, in part, the increasing elderly population. The elderly population is particularly vulnerable to chronic and debilitating conditions that require therapeutic services. These patients often need additional assistance in their treatment, making the roles of assistants and aides vital. In addition, the large baby-boom generation is entering the prime age for heart attacks and strokes, further increasing the demand for cardiac and physical rehabilitation. Moreover, future medical developments should permit an increased percentage of trauma victims to survive, creating added demand for therapy services. Physical therapists are expected to increasingly use assistants to reduce the cost of physical therapy services. Once a patient is evaluated and a treatment plan is designed by the physical therapist, the physical therapist assistant can provide many parts of the treatment, as approved by the therapist. Job prospects.Opportunities for individuals interested in becoming physical therapist assistants are expected to be very good. Physical therapist aides may face keen competition from the large pool of qualified individuals. In addition to employment growth, job openings will result from the need to replace workers who leave the occupation permanently. Physical therapist assistants and aides with prior experience working in a physical therapy office or other health care setting will have the best job opportunities. Source: U.S. Department of Labor
The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the job outlook for physical therapy assistants overall.Employment is expected to grow much faster than average because of increasing consumer demand for physical therapy services. Job prospects for physical therapist assistants are expected to be very good. Aides should experience keen competition for jobs.Employment change. Employment of physical therapist assistants and aides is expected to grow by 29 percent over the 2006-16 decade, much faster than the average for all occupations. The impact of Federal limits on Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for therapy services may adversely affect the short-term job outlook for physical therapist assistants and aides. However, long-term demand for physical therapist assistants and aides will continue to rise, as the number of individuals with disabilities or limited function grows.The increasing number of people who need therapy reflects, in part, the increasing elderly population. The elderly population is particularly vulnerable to chronic and debilitating conditions that require therapeutic services. These patients often need additional assistance in their treatment, making the roles of assistants and aides vital. In addition, the large baby-boom generation is entering the prime age for heart attacks and strokes, further increasing the demand for cardiac and physical rehabilitation. Moreover, future medical developments should permit an increased percentage of trauma victims to survive, creating added demand for therapy services.Physical therapists are expected to increasingly use assistants to reduce the cost of physical therapy services. Once a patient is evaluated and a treatment plan is designed by the physical therapist, the physical therapist assistant can provide many parts of the treatment, as approved by the therapist.Job prospects. Opportunities for individuals interested in becoming physical therapist assistants are expected to be very good. Physical therapist aides may face keen competition from the large pool of qualified individuals. In addition to employment growth, job openings will result from the need to replace workers who leave the occupation permanently. Physical therapist assistants and aides with prior experience working in a physical therapy office or other health care setting will have the best job opportunities.For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.