PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSIST I IP (823R)
Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time you thought a patient's plan of care needed to change.
What they are checking: Whether they share observations with the supervising therapist instead of changing the plan on their own.
What would you do
The patient's blood pressure drops when you stand them up. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they recognize orthostatic changes, stop safely and report to the therapist and nurse.
A patient refuses therapy today. How do you handle it?
What they are checking: Whether they can respect the patient while finding out why and encouraging participation.
You have a full caseload and two new add-ons. How do you plan your day?
What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize patients by discharge needs and medical status to use the day well.
How do you work with nursing staff to keep patients moving between therapy sessions?
What they are checking: Whether they see mobility as a team effort and share simple guidance with nurses.
About the work
Walk me through a treatment session with a patient a day after hip replacement surgery.
What they are checking: Whether they know inpatient post-op precautions, safe mobility and how to progress within the plan of care.
What can a PTA do on their own, and what must go back to the physical therapist?
What they are checking: Whether they know Illinois PTA scope, including that evaluations and plan changes belong to the PT.
How do you treat patients with lines, drains and monitors in an inpatient room?
What they are checking: Whether they can safely manage equipment during mobility in the acute care setting.
How do you keep your documentation accurate and timely?
What they are checking: Whether they chart clearly and on time, since therapy notes affect discharge plans and billing.
How do you apply universal precautions in your sessions?
What they are checking: Whether infection control habits like hand hygiene and PPE are automatic for them, as the posting requires.
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