Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 16-1-7 - Temporary Permit for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants7.1. An individual possessing a temporary permit issued by the Board to practice physical therapy or act as a physical therapist assistant in the state of West Virginia shall practice under the on-site supervision of a physical therapist. All progress notes written by the physical therapist or physical therapist assistant with a temporary permit shall be cosigned by a physical therapist supervisor within 24 hours .7.2. A temporary permit may be issued only to individuals who have met the eligibility criteria set forth in W. Va. Code § 30-20-8, § 30-20-10, and § 30-20-12, and who have submitted proper application and identification as determined by the Board: 7.2.1. Pending examinations, to any physical therapist or physical therapist assistant applicant who is a new graduate of a program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). 7.2.2. To a person who possesses an unencumbered license in another state or territory or possession of the United States and who is a graduate of a program approved by CAPTE. 7.3. The temporary permit is valid only for a period of 90 consecutive days and the permit shall not be renewed.