Section 13-310 - Scope of physical therapist assistant license.

§ 13-310. Scope of physical therapist assistant license.
 

(a)  In general.- Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a physical therapist assistant license authorizes the licensee to practice limited physical therapy while the license is effective. 

(b)  Supervision required.- A licensed physical therapist assistant may practice limited physical therapy only under the direction of a licensed physical therapist who gives ongoing supervision and instruction that is adequate to ensure the safety and welfare of the patient. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 605; 1981, ch. 8, § 2; 1990, ch. 6, § 11; 2004, ch. 518; 2005, ch. 80.]