Hello all,
I'm sure you get these kinds of questions all the time, but I am considering a career in PT and had a few questions about the field.
- To what degree can one specialize in working with athletes? I know that it is desirable to have somewhat of a variety in case load, but if my passion is for working with athletes, can I find a niche in that?
- Currently, I am working as a college administrator and enjoy the campus atmosphere. With that in mind I have been wondering if PTs are ever hired directly by colleges/universities or their athletic programs?
- If PTs can specialize in working with collegiate athletes, how competitive is it to find those jobs? What can I do to maximize my chances for that type of career?
- Are PTs ever hired directly by professional sports teams?
- Are there opportunities to teach with a DPT? I know that clinical opportunities may exist, but what about teaching continuing education courses or serving as a faculty member at a PT school down the line?
- What is the work/life balance like in PT? What would you say your typical hours are?
Thanks for the input!
I'm sure you get these kinds of questions all the time, but I am considering a career in PT and had a few questions about the field.
- To what degree can one specialize in working with athletes? I know that it is desirable to have somewhat of a variety in case load, but if my passion is for working with athletes, can I find a niche in that?
- Currently, I am working as a college administrator and enjoy the campus atmosphere. With that in mind I have been wondering if PTs are ever hired directly by colleges/universities or their athletic programs?
- If PTs can specialize in working with collegiate athletes, how competitive is it to find those jobs? What can I do to maximize my chances for that type of career?
- Are PTs ever hired directly by professional sports teams?
- Are there opportunities to teach with a DPT? I know that clinical opportunities may exist, but what about teaching continuing education courses or serving as a faculty member at a PT school down the line?
- What is the work/life balance like in PT? What would you say your typical hours are?
Thanks for the input!