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Non-Clinical Physical Therapy Jobs | 6 Alternatives
Mary has been a physical therapist for over 20 years, and she’s starting to get a little burnt-out. Unfortunately, her 50-year-old body can’t handle the long, streneous shifts on her feet like it could two decades ago. She isn’t ready to retire just yet, but she definitely wants to look into some non-clinical physical therapy jobs as soon as possible… Can you relate to Mary’s situation? Have you ever found yourself wondering what else you can do with a physical therapy degree? If so, you’re in the right place! We’ve compiled a list of some popular non-clinical jobs for physical therapists, so keep reading! 6 Non-Clinical Physical Therapy Jobs 1. Teaching Physical therapists, especially those that have been in the field for a while, can make excellent educators. Aside from teaching physical therapy, PTs can also be successful teaching courses in anatomy, physiology, or biology. Additionally, PTs even have the option to teach webinars and online courses from home! If you like the idea of keeping your physical therapy knowledge fresh while educating a new generation of PTs, consider this as an alternative career! 2. Health Writing and Blogging Do you like to write? If so, healthcare writing or blogging could...
Why You Should Pick Occupational Therapy Jobs in Hawaii
Imagine clear blue waters, soft sandy beaches, palm trees, mountains, fruity umbrella drinks and the freshest ahi tuna you’ll probably ever taste. Really, it’s not a question of why you should pick occupational therapy jobs in Hawaii, but when? Apparently, right now is the time to go. A recently published article listing the top 10 jobs in Hawaii cited occupational therapy jobs. Other healthcare professions also made the list, such as nursing, psychiatry, and physical therapy assistants, according to Maui Now. The report states that between 2001 and 2016, occupational therapy jobs increased by 50.9 percent, and those numbers are expected to rise. Luckily for you, right now AlliedTravelCareers has several job listings for Hawaii. Benefits to Working Travel Occupational Therapy Jobs in Hawaii There are many benefits to working as a travel therapist. Here are just of the few benefits to taking a travel assignment in the Aloha State. It’s only temporary The great thing about travel assignments is that they typically only last 13 weeks or so. This gives you just enough time to get a local perspective of what an area is like but allows you to leave if you’re starting to tire of it. It’s...
Telehealth Physical Therapy – What’s it all About?
Just a little while ago, I wrote a blog on non-clinical physical therapy jobs, and one of the jobs I talked about was a telehealth physical therapist. This career intrigued me because I wasn’t sure how physical therapy could be delivered virtually since it’s such a hands-on career. So, I decided to look into telehealth physical therapy a bit more, and what I found surprised me! Check it out! Telehealth Physical Therapy | What You Should Know What is it? The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) defines telehealth as “the use of electronic communication to remotely provide health care information and services.” Telehealth physical therapy can be delivered in a number of ways, including: Live video. Similar to Skype, this method involves two people (a patient and a provider, for example) communicating in real-time using video chat. Store-and-forward. This method refers to the transfer of health history or medical records, like x-rays, via secure electronic means. Remote patient monitoring (RPM). This method allows a provider to monitor a patient’s healthcare data through electronic means. For example, a provider could monitor a patient’s heart rate or blood pressure from across the country. Mobile health (mHealth). mHealth involves the delivery of...
