2016 New Jersey Revised Statutes
Title 45 - Professions And Occupations
Section 45:9-37.34A - Administration Of Physical Modalities By Employees Of Physical Therapists.

45:9-37.34a Administration of physical modalities by employees of physical therapists.

4. a. A licensed physical therapist shall not permit an employee to administer physical modalities to patients unless that employee is a licensed physical therapist, licensed physical therapist assistant, or other health care provider licensed in this State to administer those modalities.

As used in this subsection, physical modalities mean ultraviolet (B and C bands) and electromagnetic rays, including, but not limited to, deep heating agents, microwave diathermy, shortwave diathermy, and ultrasound or any other treatment proscribed by the board.

b.Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit any person licensed to practice in this State under any other law from engaging in any activity which is within the scope of his practice.

L.1990,c.68,s.4; amended 2003, c.18, s.17.

45:9-37.34b Eligibility for licensure as a physical therapist assistant.

21. To be eligible for licensure as a physical therapist assistant, an applicant shall:

a.Possess at least an Associate in Arts degree from an accredited college or university;

b.Have completed a two-year physical therapist assistant program at an accredited college or university, which has been approved by the board;

c.Have experience satisfactory to the board, in accordance with regulations of the board;

d.Have successfully completed a written examination approved by the board;

e.Be at least 18 years of age;

f.Be of good moral character; and

g.Meet such other requirements as may be established by the board by regulation.

L.2003,c.18,s.21.