TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Supervision A1 - Kirsch, Nancy R. PY - 2018 T2 - Ethics in Physical Therapy: A Case-Based Approach AB - Physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) are engaged in a variety of supervisory situations. The most important common factor that all types of supervision involve is the understanding that delegation does not in any way mean abdication. Licensed professionals are granted rights and expected to meet the obligations associated with their professional responsibility. Physical therapists may be supervised by another individual, yet they must maintain professional autonomy in decision making that benefits the patients they serve. All physical therapists have supervisory responsibilities when practicing in a setting that employs office help and aides as well as other PTs and PTAs. In addition, if a physical therapist has the opportunity to supervise students, another layer of supervision is encountered. Supervision can become very complex, with individuals having to answer to several supervisors simultaneously, for example, a supervisor for administrative duties and another for clinical practice. Communication is the key to good supervisor–supervisee relationships. An effective supervisor makes performance expectations clear and applies rules fairly and consistently. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to develop and maintain a supportive environment that all employees, regardless of their positions, are valued and treated with respect for their contributions to the organization. Table Graphic Jump Location|Download (.pdf)|PrintLong-Distance SupervisionInappropriate supervisionSupervision RevisionSupervision conflictPRN PT or PTAResisting supervision SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/10/15 UR - accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1151751326 ER -