Physical+Therapist

By Martina Gring
 * Physical Therapist **

A **Physical Therapist** plans and helps patients rehabilitative programs to improve mobility and strength from disease or injury.

Interests: Social- you have to communicate with others and provide services for them

__Tasks completed:__
 * 1) Document an initial exam and determine a diagnosis
 * 2) Plan, prepare, and carry out designed programs for your patients
 * 3) Identify and document goals and procedures
 * 4) Test and measure patient's strength, development, and sensory
 * 5) Instruct patient and family in the procedures they should continue at home

__Skills required:__ 1. Listening 2. Speaking 3. Critical Thinking 4. Reading comprehension 5. Judgement/Decision Making 6. Complex Problem Solving

__Knowledge of:__
 * 1) Medicine and Dentistry
 * 2) Therapy and Counseling
 * 3) Customer and Personal Service
 * 4) Education and Training
 * 5) English Language
 * 6) Biology
 * 7) Psychology

__Education Required:__ A Bachelors degree is the minimum in education. Some may need graduate school. Some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.

__Training:__ Employees may also need on-job training.

__Wages:__ The average wage in New York was $55,070 for entry level workers and $82,670 for experienced workers.

__Outlook__: Physical Therapy is a popular occupation. In New York in 2006 there were 12,870 physical therapist employed. By 2016 they estimate that there will be 15,490 physical therapist employed.

__Related Jobs:__
 * 1) Child, Family, and School Social Workers
 * 2) Respiratory Therapists
 * 3) Athletic Trainors