PowerPoint Presentation Chapter 17 Physical Therapy, Orthotists, and Prosthetists Physical Therapy Physical therapy is a health profession whose primary purpose is the promotion of optimal human...

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PowerPoint Presentation Chapter 17 Physical Therapy, Orthotists, and Prosthetists Physical Therapy Physical therapy is a health profession whose primary purpose is the promotion of optimal human health and functioning through the application of scientific principles to prevent, identify, assess, correct, or alleviate acute or prolonged movement dysfunction. Physical therapy encompasses areas of specialized competence and includes the development of new principles and applications to effectively meet existing and emerging health needs. Physical Therapists Physical therapists must possess a post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited program to work in this field. Physical therapists are regulated in all 50 states; requirements vary by state. Most jobs are in offices of other health practitioners and in hospitals. Work Description Physical therapists provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. Restore, maintain, and promote overall fitness and health. Work Description (continued) Some physical therapists treat a wide range of ailments. Some specialize in: pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, sports medicine, neurology, and cardiopulmonary physical therapy. Work to prevent injury and loss of mobility, developing fitness and wellness programs to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Employment Opportunities Physical therapists held about 210,900 jobs in 2014. The number of jobs is greater than the number of practicing physical therapists because some physical therapists hold two or more jobs. Some may work in a private practice and work part time in another healthcare facility. Education and Training Doctoral degree programs typically last 3 years; most programs require a bachelor’s degree and prerequisites. Most accredited programs require applicants to use the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). Licensure All states regulate the practice of physical therapy. Typical requirements for PTs Graduation from an accredited physical therapy education program Passing the National Physical Therapy Examination Fulfilling state requirements such as jurisprudence exams. Certification and Other Qualifications Physical therapists may obtain certification in eight specialty areas through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. Requirements include completion of at least 2000 hours of clinical work or completion of an APTA-accredited program in a specialty area and passing an examination. Job Prospects Job opportunities will be good for licensed physical therapists in all settings. Job opportunities should be particularly good in acute hospital, rehabilitation, and orthopedic settings, where the elderly are most often treated. Physical therapists with specialized knowledge of particular types of treatment also will have excellent job prospects. Projections Data from the National Employment Matrix for Physical Therapists Earnings Median annual wages of physical therapists were $82,390 in May 2014. The middle 50% earned between $68,690 and $96,060. The lowest 10% earned less than $56,800. The highest 10% earned more than $116,090. Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides Employment is projected to grow much faster than average. Physical therapist assistants should have very good job prospects. Aides may face keen competition from the large pool of qualified applicants. Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides (continued) Aides usually learn skills on the job. Physical therapist assistants have an associate’s degree. Most states require licensing for assistants. Most jobs are in offices of other health practitioners and in hospitals. Work Description Physical therapist assistants and aides help physical therapists provide treatment that improves patient mobility, relieves pain, and prevents or lessens physical disabilities of patients. Help patients exercise or learn to use crutches. Work Description (continued) Provide part of a patient’s treatment, under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. Provide exercises, massages, electrical stimulation, paraffin baths, hot and cold packs, traction, and ultrasound. Record the patient’s responses to treatment and report the outcome of each treatment to the physical therapist. Employment Opportunities Physical therapist assistants and aides held about 128,700 jobs in 2014. Physical therapist assistants held about 78,700 jobs. Physical therapist aides held approximately 50,000 jobs. Both work with physical therapists in a variety of settings. Employment Opportunities (continued) About 76% of jobs were in offices of physical therapists or in hospitals. Others worked primarily in nursing care facilities, offices of physicians, home healthcare services, and outpatient care centers. Education and Training Employers typically require physical therapist aides to have a high school diploma. They are trained on the job, and most employers provide clinical on-the-job training. Education and Training (continued) In most states, physical therapist assistants are required by law to hold an associate’s degree. The American Physical Therapy Association’s Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredits postsecondary physical therapy assistant programs. Programs usually last 2 years and culminate in an associate’s degree. Licensure Licensing is not required to practice as a physical therapist aide. Most states require licensure or registration in order to work as a physical therapist assistant. States that require licensure stipulate specific educational and examination criteria. 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. Physical therapist assistants and aides with prior experience working in a physical therapy office or other healthcare setting will have the best job opportunities. Projections Data from the National Employment Matrix for Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides Earnings Median annual wages of physical therapist assistants were $54,410 in May 2014. The middle 50% earned between $43,280 and $65,710. The lowest 10% earned less than $31,840. The highest 10% earned more than $75,530. Earnings (continued) Median annual wages of physical therapist aides were $24,650 in May 2014. The middle 50% earned between $21,020 and $29,870. The lowest 10% earned less than $18,370. The highest 10% earned more than $36,830. Orthotists and Prosthetists Employment is projected to grow much faster than average. Orthotists and prosthetists should have very good job prospects. A master’s degree and certification is required for a practitioner. Most jobs are in offices of other health practitioners and in hospitals. Work Description Orthotics and prosthetics refers to the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces. An orthotist designs and fits corrective braces, inserts, and supports for body parts that need straightening or other curative functions. A prosthetist designs, measures, fits, and adjusts artificial limbs for amputees and devices for people with musculoskeletal or neurological conditions. Employment Opportunities Orthotists and prosthetists held about 8,300 jobs in 2014. More than 50% of these jobs were held in companies involved in medical equipment and supplies manufacturing or in health and personal care stores. Most O&P professionals work full time. Education and Training Orthotist and prosthetist practitioners must receive a master’s degree in orthotics and prosthetics. These programs generally take 2 years to complete and involve courses in upper and lower extremity orthotics and prosthetics, spinal orthotics, and plastics and other materials. Licensure Some states require licensure. For those states, certification from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (ABC) is also a requirement. Eligibility requirements vary by state. Job Prospects Opportunities for individuals interested in becoming and orthotist and prosthetist are expected to be very good. Those individuals possessing professional certification will have the best job opportunities. Projections Data from the National Employment Matrix for Orthotists and Prosthetists Earnings Median annual wages of orthotists and prosthetists were $70,690 in May 2014. The middle 50% earned between $47,770 and $87,050. The lowest 10% earned less than $35,240. The highest 10% earned more than $110,690. Issues for Discussion Many individuals have experienced the assistance of physical therapists directly. Discuss with your instructor and classmates the experiences you have had with a physical therapist and the effect physical therapy had upon the problem for which you received treatment. PowerPoint Presentation Chapter 18 Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapists Occupational therapists are regulated in all 50 states; requirements vary by state. Occupational therapists are increasingly taking on supervisory roles, allowing assistants and aides to work more closely with clients under the guidance of a therapist. Employment is expected to grow much faster than average, and job opportunities should be good, especially for therapists treating the elderly. Work Description Occupational therapists treat people with mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities so that they may participate in the things they want and need to do through therapeutic use of daily activities. They employ a variety of techniques designed to help individuals develop or maintain daily living skills, and cope with the physical and emotional effects of disability. Employment Opportunities Occupational therapists held about 114,600 jobs in 2014. The largest number of jobs was in ambulatory healthcare services: about 22% of occupational therapists. Other major employers included hospitals, offices of other health practitioners (including offices of other occupational therapists), public and private educational services, and nursing care facilities. Education and Training A master’s degree or higher in occupational therapy is the minimum requirement for entry into the field. In addition, occupational therapists must attend an academic program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in order to sit for the national certifying exam. Education and Training (continued) People considering the profession of occupational therapy should take high school courses in biology, chemistry, physics, health, art, and the social sciences. College admissions offices also look favorably on paid or volunteer experience in the healthcare field. Relevant undergraduate majors include biology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, liberal arts, and anatomy. Licensure All 50 states, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the District of Columbia regulate the practice of occupational therapy. To obtain a license, applicants must graduate from an accredited educational program and pass a national certification examination. Those who pass the exam are awarded the title Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). Licensure (continued) Some states have additional requirements for therapists who work in schools or early intervention programs. Requirements may include education-related classes, an education practice certificate, or early intervention certification. Certification and Other Qualifications Certification is voluntary. The National Board for Certifying Occupational Therapy certifies occupational therapists through a national certifying exam. In some states, the national certifying exam meets requirements for regulation; other states have their own licensing exam. Job Prospects Job opportunities should be good for licensed occupational therapists in all settings, particularly in acute hospital, rehabilitation, and orthopedic settings because the elderly receive most of their treatment in these settings. Occupational therapists with specialized knowledge in a treatment area also will have increased job prospects. Projections Data from the National Employment Matrix for Occupational Therapits Earnings Median annual earnings of occupational therapists were $78,810 in May 2014. The middle 50% earned between $65