appointed positions in APTA - ANSWER-committees
PTA work groups/task force
benefits of belonging to APTA - ANSWER-constant update of information
saving money
networking
lobbying
research
elected positions in APTA - ANSWER-PTA delegates
PTA caucus reps
BoD
PTA SIG
functions of state board - ANSWER-make rules and regulations
administrate licensure
disciplinary actions
how does the PTA communicate issues to APTA - ANSWER-PTA caucus rep
how much is APTA and PA chapter dues for students - ANSWER-85
how often does PTA notes need to be co signed by PT - ANSWER-every 30 days
how often does PTA renew their certification - ANSWER-2 years
purpose of PTA delegates - ANSWER-5 elected
report to HoD and represent PTA group as a whole
purpose of state board - ANSWER-protect health, safety and welfare of public from
fraudulent and unethical practitioners
role of PTA - ANSWER-work as part of a team to provide PT services under the
direction and supervision of PT
tasks delegated to tech - ANSWER-anything not requiring training and education
prepare pt
heat/cold
maintain equipment
transport pt
assist pt with non rx activities
tasks not delegated to PTA - ANSWER-jt mobs