Physical Therapy Tech./Assist.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities for a physical therapy technician will be excellent, and demand for physical therapy assistants will grow much faster than for other positions in the medical field. A physical therapy technician or assistant’s job is to help a physical therapist provide treatment to patients, including assisting patients with an exercise plan or the use of new mobility equipment. An individual considering a career as a physical therapy technician should be patient and physically strong, as patients may need assistance completing their exercise plans. Educational requirements for a physical therapy assistant vary by state, but in most states, someone preparing for this career completes an associate’s degree before beginning on-the-job training. A physical therapy assistant earns between $35,000 and $50,000 per year.