Md. Code Regs. 10.38.04.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 25, December 13, 2024

Section 10.38.04.02 - Requirements

A. Supervision.

(1) The physical therapy aide shall be under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist when performing those physical therapy treatments that the aide is permitted to perform.

(2) Exceptions. An aide may:

(a) Perform non-treatment-related activities, such as secretarial, clerical, and housekeeping duties without direct supervision;

(b) Perform patient-related activities that do not involve treatment (such as transporting patients, undressing and dressing patients, removing and applying assistive and supportive devices) without direct supervision;

(c) Assist a physical therapist assistant when more than one individual is required to ensure the safety and welfare of the patient during ambulation, transfers, or functional activities without direct supervision.

B. In-Service Training. There shall be documented evidence of sufficient in-service training to assure safe performance of the duties assigned to the aide.

Md. Code Regs. 10.38.04.02

Regulation .02C adopted effective November 1, 1999 (26:22 Md. R. 1693)