Physical+Therapist

TIME: is 6-8 years of college.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for evaluating and accessing needs of referred patients and formulating treatment plans. Provides therapy services defined in treatment plans. Work cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and adjustors. May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers. Requires a master's degree and is certified as a physical therapist. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager.

SCHOOLS: Baylor University (BU), Texas Woman’s University (TWU), University of Texas at El Paso

SALARY: Median annual wages of physical therapists were $72,790 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent earned between $60,300 and $85,540. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $50,350, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $104,350. Median annual wages in the industries employing the largest numbers of physical therapists in May 2008 were:

Education required to be a Physical Therapist (PT) is 6-8 years of college. Here are some colleges you could attend to get certified Baylor University (BU), Texas Woman’s University (TWU), University of Texas at El Paso. You will be working with people that have had surgery to relive pain, people that have been in accidents. Opportunities available are hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies, industrial, private homes, and businesses. You will help patients regain strength so they can return back to normal daily life. They treat and evaluate, so the can provide other treatment, so they can record your progress. Preform tests so they can figure out what physical condition you are in. Areas you will need to be specialized in are seven different areas. Starting at: Cardiovascular and pulmonary, Clinical electrophysiological, Geriatric, Neurologic, Orthopedic, Pediatric, and Sports physical therapy. Time and training requirements, you must have an entry-level degree in order to be a Physical Therapist from an accredited program.