The careers below may be a good match forPhysical Therapist Assistants District Of Columbia

Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic,

Master's degree

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in

Associate's degree

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve

Doctoral or professional degree

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing

Postsecondary certificate

Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as

Bachelor's degree

Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only

High school diploma or equivalent

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician.

Postsecondary certificate

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain

Bachelor's degree

Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only

High school diploma or equivalent

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography.

Postsecondary certificate

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular

Associate's degree

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, or

Associate's degree

Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions

Postsecondary certificate

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients

Postsecondary certificate

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases

Associate's degree

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all

Associate's degree

Provide individualized physical education instruction or services to children, youth, or adults with

Bachelor's degree

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials,

Postsecondary certificate

Assess, plan, and organize rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational,

Master's degree

Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.

Postsecondary certificate