SDCL § 36-10-18: Definitions.

Terms used in §§ 36-10-18.1 through 36-10-52 mean:

(1) "Physical therapist," a person who is licensed or has obtained a compact privilege to practice physical therapy;

(2) "Physical therapist assistant," a person who is licensed or has obtained a compact privilege to assist in providing physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist; and

(3) "Supervision," the responsibility of a physical therapist to observe, direct, and review the work, records, and practice of a physical therapist assistant permitted by § 36-10-35.7, to ensure that the physical therapist assistant renders good and safe treatment to the patient.