The Northwest Arkansas metro â home to corporate giants Wal-Mart Stores Inc, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt Transport, as well as the University of Arkansas â had population growth of 50,532 between April 2010 and July 1, 2015, according to updated Census data.
Role of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) work as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist.
Knowing What's Expected of a PTA. 1  1. Learn about continuing education requirements. Some states require PTAs to take continuing education courses in order to maintain licensure. 2  2. Know the duties of a PTA. PTAs work in a dynamic field, and the particulars of a PTAs work requirements will vary depending on the PTA's chosen work setting.