Physical Therapy Aides work in an environment where patients are recovering from injuries and illnesses, and where care plans are implemented to help patients regain movement and manage pain. Aides often perform tasks that are indirectly related to patient care, such as cleaning and setting up the treatment area, moving patients and performing administrative or clerical duties. Other duties include preparing hot and cold packs, sanitizing equipment and assisting with patient intake. Often Aides are responsible for documenting patients' responses during exercise. Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional Describe patient preparation for examination and treatment including body positioning and transfers Define patient transportation, gait training and proper use of crutches, walkers, canes, and parallel bars Differentiate heat and cold modalities and passive, assistive and active range-of-motion exercise Ensure HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS compliance as applicable to protected health information, safety, claim submission and prevention of fraud Apply anatomy/physiology and medical terminology knowledge where applicable to patient and provider interactions and administartive tasks