PHTA 2001: Professional Standards of the PTA

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Course Outcome Goal 1A: Communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team and involved parties. (7D7)
• Course Outcome Goal 2G: Demonstrate proficiency in performing components of data collection skills essential for carrying out the physical therapy plan of care as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist Mental Health
• Course Outcome Goal 4A: Adhere to legal practice standards, including all federal, state, and institutional regulations related to patient/client care and safety. (7D1, 7D2, 7D3)
  1. Describe mechanisms for reporting suspected cases of abuse of vulnerable populations
  2. Describe mechanisms for reporting suspected fraud and abuse related to payment and utilization of physical therapy services.
• Course Outcome Goal 4B: Perform duties in a manner consistent with the Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant (APTA), Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (APTA), and with value- based behaviors and standards for ethical conduct in the profession. (7D4, 7D5, 7D6)
• Course Outcome Goal 4C: Identify, respect, and act with consideration for patients’/clients’ differences, values, preferences, and expressed needs in all work-related activities. (7D8)
• Course Outcome Goal 5A: Achieve and maintain clinical and professional competence that sustain career development and lifelong learning to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Assistant, including the role of clinical education of the physical therapist assistant students. (7D14)
• Course Outcome Goal 6A: Participate in professional and community organizations and the available opportunities for volunteerism, advocacy, and leadership. (7D13)
• Course Outcome Goal 6B: Promote health and wellness by modeling a healthy lifestyle and participating in activities that encourage the public to adopt healthy behaviors, optimize mobility, and improve fitness.