Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 490 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
Chapter 490-8 - PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDES: DEFINITION AND REQUIREMENTS
Rule 490-8-.02 - Supervision
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 490-8-.02
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
The physical therapy aide must have direct supervision on the premises at all times when providing supportive activities for the physical therapist or the physical therapist assistant.
(a) For purposes of this rule,"direct supervision" shall mean on the premises and immediately available at all times.
(b) For purposes of this rule,"on the premises" shall mean the immediate area of the patient.
(c) A licensee of this chapter may supervise a maximum of two (2) physical therapy aides when they are aiding the licensee's provision of patient evaluation and intervention.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-33-3(9), 43-33-3(8), 43-33-13.1.
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