What is a non-patient related task for a PT aide?

Transporting patients is considered a non-patient-related task for a physical therapy aide because it does not involve direct hands-on patient care or clinical judgment, which are reserved for licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The role of a physical therapy aide often includes support functions that enhance patient care but are functionally distinct from therapeutic interventions.

In this context, while documenting patient progress, administering treatment, and providing patient care all require interaction with patients and may involve clinical responsibilities, transporting patients serves primarily as a logistical task. This means the aide is facilitating movement rather than engaging in therapeutic practices, making transportation a clear example of a non-patient-related task. Thus, this aligns with the responsibilities that aides are permitted to handle without direct oversight from a licensed professional.