Why I Want To Be A Physical Therapist
After this interview, I have come to the conclusion that being a physical therapist is far from an easy job. I had the chance of interviewing a physical therapist that works within my community in my hometown of Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Throughout the interview Mrs. Susan Vick elaborately explained to me the many responsibilities and challenges that come along with being a physical therapist. Not only did she inform me that it was hard work but she also made it known that it was well worth it. Being a physical therapist is a noble job and not everyone can handle it.
A successful career in physical therapy required at least seven years of schooling to gain a professional degree. When I first learned this information I was unsure that I would …show more content…
be in for three more years of school, after I complete the four years at UNCG that I am currently pursuing. Mrs. Vick quickly reminded me that the schooling is nothing compared to the feeling of accomplishment you provide your patients with. The main job of a physical therapist is to assess and evaluate patients for treatment plans that best fit them. They must set goals for their patients and push and motivate them to accomplish them. They have the responsibility of making sure patients recover correctly and in a timely manner. Mrs. Vick states that the best part of the job is seeing the improvement of patients from the start to the beginning.
I then begin to think about how I wanted to change lives for the better.
I want to make a difference. Seven years of school would be worth the hassle to be able to help someone else. I have watched many of my own teammates struggle with injuries and their level of confidence during that time. I went through an experience similar to many of my teammates and it is very different when you are experiencing it personally. I experienced a torn ACL which resulted in reconstructive surgery and 6-9 months of rehabilitation with a physical therapist. During this time I suffered from depression and low self-esteem due to limited mobility. Each and every time I attended physical therapy my mental and physical state improved. Successful physical therapy sessions improves confidence and physical abilities. My physical therapist pushed and motivated me back to health. When my recovery process was complete I was grateful and appreciative of my physical therapist because I couldn’t have done it without her. My chances of giving up would have been higher. I am aware of the impact she has had on my life and I want to do the same for someone else in return. Witnessing and being a part of a patient’s improvement and increasing confidence would be self-fulfilling. My work would mean something and I would take pride in doing it every …show more content…
day.
Speaking of every day, Mrs.
Vick maintains a 9:00 am – 5:00 pm schedule with about seven patients a day. This allows her to have time to customize and provide specific care for each of her patients. Being a physical therapist is fitting to her personal life because of its flexibility. This is a major factor in whichever career field I choose because I am a family oriented person. My family comes before my job. If I choose to be a physical therapist the flexibility is very beneficial for me. I want to have a nine to five job with weekends off. This allows a balance between family and
work.
According to Mrs. Vick, in order to be a physical therapist you must be patient, kind, determined, compassionate, and often times energetic. I think that I have all the characteristics that are necessary. I have the will power to push and motivate others when they are at their lowest, I am determined. I am compassionate to the needs of others and I will do whatever I can to help. I am patient and kind because I understand that not everyone can handle a lot of pressure. My energy levels are through the roof when I am involved in something I am passionate about and being a helping hand for others is one of those things. A physical therapist has changed my life and helped me become stronger. With my genuine personality and common characteristics I am sure I can do the same. My interview with Mrs. Vick not only made me realize that being a physical therapist is worth the hard work but so are the patients that need a dependable physical therapist.
A successful career in physical therapy required at least seven years of schooling to gain a professional degree. When I first learned this information I was unsure that I would …show more content…
be in for three more years of school, after I complete the four years at UNCG that I am currently pursuing. Mrs. Vick quickly reminded me that the schooling is nothing compared to the feeling of accomplishment you provide your patients with. The main job of a physical therapist is to assess and evaluate patients for treatment plans that best fit them. They must set goals for their patients and push and motivate them to accomplish them. They have the responsibility of making sure patients recover correctly and in a timely manner. Mrs. Vick states that the best part of the job is seeing the improvement of patients from the start to the beginning.
I then begin to think about how I wanted to change lives for the better.
I want to make a difference. Seven years of school would be worth the hassle to be able to help someone else. I have watched many of my own teammates struggle with injuries and their level of confidence during that time. I went through an experience similar to many of my teammates and it is very different when you are experiencing it personally. I experienced a torn ACL which resulted in reconstructive surgery and 6-9 months of rehabilitation with a physical therapist. During this time I suffered from depression and low self-esteem due to limited mobility. Each and every time I attended physical therapy my mental and physical state improved. Successful physical therapy sessions improves confidence and physical abilities. My physical therapist pushed and motivated me back to health. When my recovery process was complete I was grateful and appreciative of my physical therapist because I couldn’t have done it without her. My chances of giving up would have been higher. I am aware of the impact she has had on my life and I want to do the same for someone else in return. Witnessing and being a part of a patient’s improvement and increasing confidence would be self-fulfilling. My work would mean something and I would take pride in doing it every …show more content…
day.
Speaking of every day, Mrs.
Vick maintains a 9:00 am – 5:00 pm schedule with about seven patients a day. This allows her to have time to customize and provide specific care for each of her patients. Being a physical therapist is fitting to her personal life because of its flexibility. This is a major factor in whichever career field I choose because I am a family oriented person. My family comes before my job. If I choose to be a physical therapist the flexibility is very beneficial for me. I want to have a nine to five job with weekends off. This allows a balance between family and
work.
According to Mrs. Vick, in order to be a physical therapist you must be patient, kind, determined, compassionate, and often times energetic. I think that I have all the characteristics that are necessary. I have the will power to push and motivate others when they are at their lowest, I am determined. I am compassionate to the needs of others and I will do whatever I can to help. I am patient and kind because I understand that not everyone can handle a lot of pressure. My energy levels are through the roof when I am involved in something I am passionate about and being a helping hand for others is one of those things. A physical therapist has changed my life and helped me become stronger. With my genuine personality and common characteristics I am sure I can do the same. My interview with Mrs. Vick not only made me realize that being a physical therapist is worth the hard work but so are the patients that need a dependable physical therapist.