Curriculum:
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
Clinical experience in rehabilitation and exercise prescription
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
Proficiency in assessing and treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions
Familiarity with different modalities and techniques such as manual therapy, dry needling, and electrotherapy
Experience with medical billing and documentation
Websites for learning:
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) website: https://www.apta.org/
Physical Therapy Continuing Education: https://www.ptceu.com/
The Physical Therapy Network: https://www.theptnetwork.com/
Best companies to work for:
Select Physical Therapy: https://www.selectphysicaltherapy.com/
ATI Physical Therapy: https://www.atipt.com/
NovaCare Rehabilitation: https://www.novacare.com/
Tips and tricks:
Stay up to date with current research and best practices in physical therapy
Develop strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with patients and colleagues
Understand the importance of proper documentation and record-keeping
Consider pursuing additional certifications or specialization in a specific area of physical therapy
Questions a candidate should be able to answer:
How do you approach creating a treatment plan for a patient with a musculoskeletal injury or condition?
Describe a situation where you had to adapt your treatment approach based on a patient’s progress or limitations.
How do you incorporate exercise and rehabilitation into your treatment plans?
How do you handle difficult or non-compliant patients?