PT vs. PTA: Differences Between Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants
Are you considering a career in physical therapy? If so, it’s important to understand the key differences between the two primary roles in this field: physical therapists (PT) and physical therapist assistants (PTA). Upon walking into a physical therapy office, you may notice that these professions work together in seemingly similar roles. Both career paths offer rewarding growth opportunities; however, some key distinctions exist...
Requirements to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pursuing an occupational therapy assistant career can be fulfilling for you and your patients. Occupational therapy is an essential part of the healthcare field that uses therapeutic activities to help patients regain independence and ability in everyday activities. There are several requirements a person must meet to become a certified occupational therapy assistant, including educational requirements, training and certification...
AlliedTravelCareers.com Offers New Allied Health Scholarships
If you have been searching for allied health scholarships, you’re in the right place! AlliedTravelCareers.com, AKA your new best friend, is awarding new scholarships to health education students pursuing allied health professions. How great is that? And it gets even better! Two Scholarships Awarded Yearly We are offering not one student, but two undergraduate allied health students (sorry graduate students) the chance to win...
Radiology Tech vs MRI Tech- Who’s Better?
Did you know that MRI techs and radiology techs are often grouped together? They’re even on the same page of the Bureau of Labor Statistics website! Although these two medical careers are similar, there are several key differences between them. These differences range from responsibilities, education requirements, and daily tasks. We’ve outlined how these MRI tech vs radiology tech careers differ and highlighted what they have in...
Best States for Physical Therapists
Physical therapists can work in many settings; from hospitals to schools to even people’s homes. However, some places in the United States are better than others for this particular career. Consider this blog to be your guide to the best states for physical therapists to find employment (based on number of annual job openings and average salary). If you’re a physical therapist or are in the process of becoming a physical therapist,...