Navy
MEDICAL
NEC
NEC
L20A
Physical Therapy Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Assists physical therapists and/or medical officers in administering physical therapy. Assists with the development, teaching, progression and supervision of exercise programs and activities of daily living to enhance patient’s strength and ambulation skills. Instructor for the use of ambulation aids and applies physical modalities as appropriately trained.
Core Skills
- therapeutic exercise support
- patient mobility training
- ambulation aid instruction
- activities of daily living training
- physical modality application
- patient transfer assistance
- exercise program supervision
- range of motion support
- patient safety
- therapy documentation
Common Certifications
- Certified Physical Therapy Aide
- Certified Occupational Therapy Aide
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
Civilian Career Paths
- REHABILITATION
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Certified Physical Therapy Aide
Career Growth
- Physical Therapist Assistant Associate Degree and NPTE-PTA
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.