Ethical Concepts And Definitions Of A PT Assistant

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1. New Business Venture: A small outpatient physical therapy practice in a highly urbanized area employing a physical therapist (me), a PT assistant, an athletic trainer, a secretary and a rehab aide that also serves as the front desk person.
2. Conditions of Satisfaction:
a. Professionalism – Exhibits professional standards at all times with staff demonstrating respect to patient’s dignity and acting in the best interests of them.
b. Autonomy – Fosters a culture of independence and objective professional judgment within each individual’s scope of practice and level of expertise.
c. Integrity – Displays consistent high ethical principles or standards, abiding by the rules and regulations of the state board and APTA.
d. Teamwork – Maintains