ONET Occupations » 31-2021.00

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

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Parachute skills

  1. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.90)
  2. Heal, cure - People (4.90)
  3. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (4.90)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.82)
  5. Pay attention to details - Data (4.68)
  6. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.54)
  7. Consult - People (4.34)
  8. Follow through, get things done - People (3.99)
  9. Study, observe - Data (3.98)
  10. Plan - Data (3.95)
  11. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.93)
  12. Use my brain - Data (3.92)
  13. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.77)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  15. Speak - People (3.75)
  16. Listen - People (3.75)
  17. Imagine - Data (3.65)
  18. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.65)
  19. Coordinate - People (3.64)
  20. Use my intuition - Data (3.62)
  21. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (3.75)
  2. Active Listening (3.62)
  3. Social Perceptiveness (3.62)
  4. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  2. Oral Expression (3.75)
  3. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  4. Speech Recognition (3.62)
  5. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  6. Problem Sensitivity (3.50)
  7. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Concern for Others (4.82)
  2. Cooperation (4.81)
  3. Integrity (4.76)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.68)
  5. Dependability (4.67)
  6. Self Control (4.62)
  7. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.47)
  8. Social Orientation (4.42)
  9. Stress Tolerance (4.32)
  10. Initiative (4.31)
  11. Achievement/Effort (4.05)
  12. Persistence (3.99)
  13. Independence (3.96)
  14. Leadership (3.93)
  15. Analytical Thinking (3.92)
  16. Innovation (3.77)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.90)
  2. Getting Information (4.67)
  3. Documenting/Recording Information (4.54)
  4. Performing General Physical Activities (4.40)
  5. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.34)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.27)
  7. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.12)
  8. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.04)
  9. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.98)
  10. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.95)
  11. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (3.86)
  12. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.79)
  13. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.75)
  14. Thinking Creatively (3.65)
  15. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.64)
  16. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.54)
  17. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.54)
  1. Fit Patients For Prosthetic Device, Using Static Or Dynamic Alignment (4.90)
  2. Administer Medications Or Treatments (4.90)
  3. Prepare Patients For Tests, Therapy, Or Treatments (4.90)
  4. Assist Patient With Dressing, Undressing, Grooming, Or Bathing (4.90)
  5. Assist In Examining Or Treating Dental Or Medical Patients (4.90)
  6. Take Vital Signs (4.90)
  7. Fit Medical Supportive Devices (4.90)
  8. Work With Persons With Mental Disabilities Or Illnesses (4.90)
  9. Assist Patient In Performing Breathing Exercises (4.90)
  10. Position Patient For Therapy (4.90)
  11. Record Medical History Or Data (4.54)
  12. Inventory Medical Supplies Or Instruments (4.54)
  13. Maintain Dental Or Medical Records (4.54)
  14. Take Messages (4.54)
  15. Prepare Medical Treatment Room (4.40)
  16. Set Up Patient Care Equipment (4.40)
  17. Lift Or Transport Ill Or Injured Patients (4.40)
  18. Confer With Physical Therapy Staff To Discuss Treatment (4.34)
  19. Monitor Medical Oxygen Equipment (3.98)
  20. Observe Patient Condition (3.98)
  21. Plan Therapy Treatment Program (3.95)
  22. Use Massage Therapy Procedures (3.79)
  23. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (3.79)