Occupational Information Center
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Occupational Summary for Physical Therapist Assistants
(31-2021)
Oregon Statewide
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| Description: Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training. |
| Employment Projections |
| Region |
Employment |
Projected Annual Openings |
| 2006 |
2016 |
Growth |
Replacement |
Total |
| Oregon Statewide |
475 |
640 |
17 |
9 |
26 |
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Wages
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| Region |
----- 2009 Wages ----- |
| Median Hourly |
Avg
Annual |
Middle Range |
| Oregon Statewide |
$22.19 |
$45,157 |
$19.34 - 24.74 |
Industries of Employment
private sector only
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| Industry |
2006
Employment |
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Total, All Industries
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475 |
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Health Care and Social Assistance
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444 |
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Statewide Employment Analysis
2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow much faster than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average. Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers. Educational Requirements
Workers must have an associate to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with an associate degree and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
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