In a perfect world, one day you will be a Physical Therapist. As a PT I would diagnose different physiological functions on a musculoskeletal level and set patients on a rehabilitation program to help improve their range of motion and way of life.
After taking the healthcare quiz, I wasn’t surprised at my result for my dream role. My results told me I would be a physiologist because of my drive to learn how things work. I agree with them on this because I am very passionate about the sciences.
Job Posting Number 1: Physical Therapist
- Salary range: 90k – 110k
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? You need a DPT degree, have graduated from an accredited PT program, and at least 1 year of out patient experience.
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? Provide for safe and timely patient care. Develop realistic and documented treatment goals that comply with and satisfy the intent of the referring medical staff.
Job Posting Number 2: Exercise Planner
- Salary range : 68k-124,550k
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? Bachelors degree, 3 years of exercise planning and 6+ years experience in ISR
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? They will develop, document and orchestrate ISR-related exercise events in compliance with Joint, Air Force, and Intelligence Community standards and directives
Job Posting Number 3: Corrections Physical Therapist
1. Salary range: 120-140k
2. How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? DPT degree from an accredited program, minimum 2 years experience practicing as a PT.
3. What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, correctional staff, and medical professionals.Ability to handle a full caseload and deliver effective treatment within the structured environment of a correctional facility.
Did these jobs match what you had in mind for your dream job? Did you find your dream job? Describe the similarities and differences. I did find my dream Role, a few differences would the the job scenery as the last listing took place in a prison. Most of the personable skills I do have and see myself improving on throughout my undergrad and graduate years.
From the 3 job postings you found, choose one job you want the most, and use the list of skills required for the job of interest. Identify skills you already have and identify skills you are still building or need more experience performing. Discuss options to sharpen or learn the skills you will need to gain.
The Job I would want the most would be the 1st listing, The pay isn’t the highest and that wasn’t the main reason for choosing the listing, since there are positions that would pay more. The experience is reasonable and would fall in line with a time frame of a newly graduated DPT. And the tasks/skills that are required for the job seem attainable.