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Under the supervision of a physical therapist, provides assistance with clinic setup and limited patient care. Will partner with physical therapists to provide exposure to the physical therapy profession and exposure to clinical experiences related to any applicable program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education and Experience

High school student or high school graduate who is in an educational track for a rehab profession.

Certification and Licensure

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Special Physical Demands

Stand - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Walk - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Sit - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Handling/Fingering/Feeling - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Reaching - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Climb/Balance - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Talk/Hear - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Taste/Smell - Not a present activity
Strength - Medium work exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally or 10-25 pounds of force frequently
Close Vision - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Distance Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Color Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Peripheral Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Depth Perception - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Ability to Adjust Focus - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Level of Supervision

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards