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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
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 529 661 13 9 22
Current Job Openings
Job Title Location Order Number Wage Offered
Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health Mcminnville 707697 DOE
Wages
Region ----- 2010 Wages -----
Median Hourly Avg
Annual		 Middle Range
Oregon Statewide $23.75 $48,712 $20.85 - 26.48
Industries of Employment
private sector only
Industry 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries 529
Health Care and Social Assistance 487
Occupations with Similar Skills
Occupation Skill Overlap
Occupational Therapist Assistants 84%
Physical Therapist Aides 62%
Occupational Therapist Aides 57%
Physical Therapists 43%
Therapists, All Other 41%
Statewide Employment Analysis
2008 employment is estimated to be at about the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a much faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the regional average.

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 and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.