
Rehabilitation assistant

Rehabilitation Assistants (RAs), also referred to as occupational therapist assistants (OTAs) and physiotherapist assistants (PTAs) are members of the health care team who work under the supervision of an occupational therapist or a physiotherapist to improve a client's or patient's quality of life.
Scope of Practice.
In British Columbia, Canada rehabilitation assistants are not allowed to assess clients but can modify treatment plans set by the physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist.
Education.
Preferred education in Canada is the completion of a 2-year full-time diploma from an accredited rehabilitation assistant program.