Let’s cut to the chase, a physical therapist assistant can make 6 figures if they work hard enough, have the right skillset and are in the right place. However, that can really be said for most professionals. The real question is whether a physical therapist assistant can earn 6 figures consistently without burning out. Your …
We all came into this profession with the idea that we will make waves of changes and have a lasting impact throughout our career, but what we didn’t anticipate was how deeply our lives would be impacted by the amount of student loans we signed up for. Coping with debt from student loans can be …
Earning six figures is a common milestone of financial success for many people including myself. When I began PT school in 2011, the median wage for a PT was $74,713 with 6-figures out of reach for even senior therapists. Nearly 10 years later, the bureau of labor statistics records the median PT wage in 2020 …
While in my second year of physical therapy school, one of my professors said that the majority of us will not be able to earn $90,000 until we’re at the end of our careers and we can forget about earning 6 figures unless we pick up extra hours, a second job or start a business. …
Starting a private practice has been on my mind for a few years. It has been one of those things that I told myself I would do, but I kept on pushing it off because of one thing or another. If it wasn’t student debt, it was a lack of confidence. If it wasn’t that, …
While fears of COVID-19 heighten, non-essential personnel are being asked to stay home and practice social distancing to flatten the curve. Despite this, the number of cases and deaths are increasing exponentially just showing how contagious and deadly this virus really is. In the midst of all this, one of the conversations stirring among my …
One of the first things that we ask people we meet is “What do you do for a living?” This question can lead to an awkward silence, especially if you recently lost your job — or worse, your identity. I’m not talking about identity theft either. Career Beginnings Ever since high school, I always wanted …
Below, I tell my story of how much physical therapy (PT) school cost me and how I attempted to mitigate costs. I also integrated a few lessons within this article for those who are still in school. Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology: ($9,504.14 + 4 years of study) I accumulated $9.5k of student loans during …
I wrote this for my younger sister who is entering the field of speech therapy. However, this applies to anyone working in healthcare. Enjoy! You’re Not Alone Treating your first patient as a healthcare professional could feel a bit intimidating. You might feel like a fish out of water since you no longer have your …
