 What is a PTA?
The physical therapist assistant works under the direct on-site supervision of the physical therapist to carry out the established treatment plan and delegated physical therapy interventions, progressing patients within that plan, documenting patient progress and communicating with the supervising physical therapist regarding the progress of the patients in his
or her care. Ultimate responsibility for the care of the patient rests with the physical therapist. New Jersey requires that Physical Therapist Assistants be licensed in order to practice physical therapy.
Education information
The entry-level education for a PTA is an associates degree. There are 3 programs currently in NJ:
Visit the American Physical Therapy Association's national website to find a accredited program across the nation
Who represents us and how? (PTA cacus rep at HOD, contact info)
PTA Caucus Rep: Rebecca E Horton, PTA
rehorton_pta@optonline.net
609-468-4087
New Jersey Chapter PTA Caucus Representative - Rebecca Horton
Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant
History of the Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Representation In APTA
PTA Recognition of Advanced Proficiency
The goal of the Recognition Program is to recognize Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who have achieved advanced proficiency through education, experience, leadership and as part of the PT/PTA team in a specified area of work - Musculoskeletal, Neuromuscular, Geriatric, Pediatric, Cardiovascular/Pulmonary, and/or Integumentary.
Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) are licensed in New Jersey and regulated by the NJ State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Please refer to the New Jersey Administrative Code (i.e., regulations) and physical therapy laws for further details.
See N.J.A.C. 13:39A-2.3 Authorized role of a licensed physical therapist assistant
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