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Definition of Physical Therapy
The evaluation and treatment of a person by physical measures and
the use of therapeutic exercises and rehabilitative procedures, with or
without assistive devices, for the purpose of preventing, correcting or
alleviating any disability
Definition of Physical Therapist
A person who practices or provides patient education and instruction
of physical therapy. An individual who performs the initial;
examination unless that therapist has transferred the responsibility
for management of the patient's care to another
Definition of Physical Therapist Assistant
A person who assist in the provision of physical therapy treatments,
including the provision of patient education and instruction, under
supervision of a physical therapist
What are the main responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Section of
the OTPTAT Board
- shall license persons desiring to practice physical therapy/assisting
- approve investigation, hearings, inquires and its findings and orders
What are other responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Section
- keep a record of its proceeds
- keep a register of applicants and PT/A in the state
- deposit all fees collected
- on the receipt of an application for a license to practice as a PT/A
provide to the applicant the sections address, dates of upcoming
section meetings and a list of names of the section members
Disciplinary actions the PT section can make after an investigation or
hearing
License suspension, revocation or refusal to issue or renew license,
or limit permit
, If a investigator is employed by the PT section, what rights do they
have
Investigate compliants, conduct inspections and make inquires as in
the judgement. Right to review, obtain copies, and audit the patient
records and personnel files of the licensee and limit permit of the
holders place of business
May the PT section disclose information gathered in an investigation
For good cause. May disclose to federal, state or local law
enforcement, prosecutor or regulatory agency or its officers or agents
engaging in an investigation
Criteria to be granted reciprocity in Ohio
- applicant received a score on the NPTE that would have been a
passing score
- applicant passed the jursiprudence exam
- holds a current and valid license or registration to practice PT in
another state
- applicant's education is reasonably equivalent to the educational
requirements that were enforced for licensure
How often does PT/A license expire
Biennially
What is the licensure renewal fee
not more than $125
What change in information should a licensee report to the PT section
Name, business address, or home address no later than 30 days
Who may receive a license by endorsement
An applicant who is currently licensed as a PT/A under the laws of
another state provided the requirements for registration or licensure
under the appropriate category in that state include minimal
education and passing score on the NPTE
What if an applicant for endorsement has been out of practice for
more that 5 years
Shall retake and pass the NPTE
Define "out of practice"
Being actively engaged in the practice of physical therapy for fewer
than 500 hours over a 5 year period prior to date the applicant
submits endorsement application
When should an individual renew their license
January 31st.
What year does PTs renew their license