Quickfacts:

A Good Fit For:

Individuals who enjoy helping injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain through treatment.

Median Annual Salary:

$83,520

Data last updated October 2021

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Job Description

Administers therapeutic treatments utilizing physical agents, biomechanical and neurophysiological principles and assistive devices in relieving pain, restoring maximum functions and preventing disability following disease or injury. Provides direct supervision of support personnel and students. Evaluates patients and develops patient care plans, provides direct patient care, documents all pertinent information, and educates patients and others regarding the treatment plan and procedures. For home services, may travel to patient home to render services. Must be designated as a Registered Physical Therapist by the State Board of Medical Registration and Examination.

Patient Contact

High

Employment Outlook

Employment is expected to increase 39% from 2010 to 2020.

Education

Doctorate – 5+ Years

  • MUSC
  • USC-Columbia

 

Source:

http://aptaapps.apta.org/accreditedschoolsdirectory/AllPrograms.aspx?UniqueKey=

Tags

  • Patient Diagnosis
  • Patient Testing
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Treatment
  • Patient Examination
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Therapy