Physical Therapy Medical Assisting
Overview
The Physical Therapy Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as Physical Therapy Aides and Certified Medical Administrative Assistants in the rehabilitative sector of the healthcare industry. This multi-skilled pathway equips students with marketable skills applicable in a variety of healthcare settings. On the clinical side, Physical Therapy Aides work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists or Assistants to use appropriate equipment, prepare treatment areas, and observe and record patient progress. On the administrative side, Certified Medical Administrative Assistants are essential to the smooth operation of medical offices, handling tasks such as scheduling appointments, insurance verification, and billing. The program provides a strong foundation for post-secondary education in Physical Therapy, Medical Assisting, and other Allied Health degree programs.
Program Highlights
- Curriculum:
- Clinical Skills:
- Assisting licensed Physical Therapists or Assistants
- Preparing treatment areas and using appropriate equipment
- Observing and recording patient progress
- Administrative Skills:
- Medical appointment scheduling
- Insurance verification and billing
- Patient reception and documentation
- Theoretical and Clinical Study:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Medical terminology
- Rehabilitation and wound care
- Therapeutic communication
- Infection control
- Medical record-keeping
- Clinical Skills:
Learning Experience
Students in the Physical Therapy Medical Assisting program gain both clinical and administrative skills that are essential in the healthcare industry. The program includes hands-on experience through work-based learning opportunities, where students work under the supervision of registered nurses, licensed physical therapists, or athletic trainers. During these experiences, students practice tasks indirectly related to patient care, such as setting up treatment areas, moving patients, and performing clerical duties. This dual focus on clinical and administrative skills ensures that graduates are well-prepared for a variety of roles in healthcare settings.
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Physical Therapy Technician/Aide Certification
Employment opportunities available with senior year co-op and after graduation:
Medical administrative assistant, receptionist in doctors’ offices, outpatient facilities, medical-aid facilities, hospitals, athletic healthcare aide, physical therapy aide, and chiropractor offices
Earning Potential Range:
$15/hr to $27/hr, depending on role and experience.
Locations:
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HODGSON VOTECH HIGH SCHOOL | Instructor: |
Ms. Jillian Foster Ms. Tina Reynolds |