(A) A physical therapy aide may provide departmental support to the on-site physical therapist and physical therapist assistant in the following areas subject to guidelines established in regulations:
(1) transporting patients;
(2) preparing, cleaning, and maintaining the treatment area and equipment;
(3) preparing patients for treatment;
(4) attending to the personal needs of patients during treatment sessions;
(5) clerical and housekeeping activities.
(B) A physical therapy aide may not perform:
(1) an activity which requires licensure under this chapter;
(2) an activity which requires the exercise of the professional judgment of a physical therapist;
(3) the interpretation of referrals, screenings, assessments, evaluations, or reassessments;
(4) the development or modification of treatment plans or discharge plans.
HISTORY: 1998 Act No. 360, Section 1.