Statement Of Purpose: A Career In Physical Therapy

One important aspect of my future career was forming a relationship with potential patients. I wanted to build a bond that would help motivate the individual to become well again. Physical therapy will allow me to accomplish that and more. A strength of this career is the great job expectancy for the future which will allow for many opportunities for this

In becoming one, I hope to accomplish many things. I want to be able to utilize the skills and knowledge that I have developed and apply them to the best of my ability in the care of my patients. By doing so, I will make an impact on the lives of every patient that I meet. Furthermore, I will continue to learn throughout my practice by continually researching new proven methods of care and eventually contributing to the improvement of health care in the future. Overall, I envision myself to not only be a care provider, but also a leader, researcher, advocate, and educator (Yoost & Crawford, 2016).

The practice of physical therapy has grown tremendously over the years. The need for the provision of better, safe and effective healthcare remains the unwavering vision for the physical therapy profession in this ever dynamic society. The promotion of quality, value, and identity of the profession is of major concern. According to the APTA’s Vision Statement for the Physical therapy profession, “the physical therapy profession will commit to establishing and adopting best practice standards across the domains of practice, education, and research as the individuals in these domains strive to be flexible, prepared, and responsive in a dynamic and ever changing world”( APTA, 2015). The use of evidence based practice in physical therapy has been

Joanne Mckibbin and Alix Walton (Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care 2nd Edition) referenced the Department of Health, that stated that continuing professional development is ‘a range of learning activities through which professionals maintain and develop throughout their career to ensure that they retain their capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice’. This statement defines the importance of continuously developing individuals within the organization and how this reflects on the individuals’ practices and attitude towards their roles. This safeguards the service users, improves the care/support they receive, the relationship with families, local authorities, funders and the organization would always adhere to the required legislations.

I like to form that bond. This would help me with treating patients. Another trait I have is that I like to schedule things and keep things organized. This would help me keep my patients

I experienced how OT influenced far-ranging benefits in many areas of my life. Hence, I want to be of service to other people and inspire them. Having sustained such a trauma allows me to bring a unique perspective to OT because I will have gone through many of the same experiences as my potential patients. One of the interesting facets of OT is that it takes a comprehensive, holistic approach to helping patients.

My Future Career as a Physical Therapist What does a physical therapist do? A physical therapist is a health a professional who helps people of all ages with medical problems or other health related condition that may limit their abilities to move or functional activities in their daily lives. I always want to help people improve their lives and as long as I could remember I wanted to be a physical therapist. The first I viewed my cousin go through therapy, I knew I wanted to help anyway I could.

I have a heart for service and a strong desire to make a difference in people’s lives. Becoming a nurse I will be able to fulfill my passion of making a positive impact on individual lives on a daily basis. I will be able to fulfill my nurturing and caring desires of helping others. I’m very passionate and fascinated with the medical field in all aspects. I strive for excellence, integrity and love interacting with all diversity of people.

My journey at Norfolk State University has been a series of challenging experiences, I have seen heights that I never thought were possible, and have overcome a lot of obstacles as I reflect. This spring semester marks the beginning of my senior year here at Norfolk State University and I am looking forward to obtaining my degree in the field of Social Work. I am both frightened and excited by the unknown experiences that lay ahead, however I am eager to embark on my career as a practitioner. This is where the rubber meets the road and I apply what I have learned in the classroom to the field experience. The Core Competencies and the values are the foundation of Social Work, and it is my duty to reflect the foundation in my intern experience.

The nursing becomes more and more involved in the communication with patients and their families, and also providing not only physical, but also emotional support. In some cases it literally means support for patients until the end of life. Moreover, it is important to be able to develop relationships with patients quickly and clearly understand their needs. Thus, I believe I have all of the above mentioned qualities and will do my best to improve them even more. The various skills which I gained while working in the operation theatre can be basis for the future studying and practice.

Integrated Rehabilitation Services helps its patients to become faster, better, and stronger. This physical therapy clinic holds

For instance, Thai yoga or Pilates training, strength training using kettle bells, as well as her continued support on an outpatient basis through lifestyle and nutrition coaching as well as wellness consultations. It figures that Wendel speaks of her passion for physical therapy and the rewarding change she sees in the lives of her patients through her therapy and coaching. A motivating factor for me in becoming a physical therapist is the satisfaction I know I will receive from helping people recover and watching them improve over time through my therapy and guidance. Ann Wendel’s practice Prana Physical Therapy is one example of how successful physical therapy can have a profound impact on the daily lives of patients and offer the rewarding career I am looking for, and her interview makes me more likely to pursue the career as Wendel talks about her

“Physical Therapist are highly-educated, licensed health care professionals who can help patients reduce pain and improve or restore mobility” (American Physical Therapist Association). They help others to prevent any disabilities and injuries throughout their life. They work around everyone’s injuries and come up with special routines, exercises, and other activities specially made just for them to help them. They range from working and helping athletes, the elderly, veterans, the public, and etc. There are many different Physical Therapist for many different situations.

I chose to do my career shadowing at the Wellness and Rehabilitation Center in New Carlisle IN, on November 20 2017. The person I shadowed was _____ she is a physical therapist. The reason I did my career shadowing there is because I have gone there before to have therapy on my knee so I knew the people there and I also really enjoy the career path of physical therapy. The reason physical therapy caught my attention and the real reason I want to be one is that it helps people with pain and weakness they may have and make them stronger and teach them ways to improve their overall being.

Professionalism is the behavior, attitude, and image a member of a profession must maintain to appropriately reflect the values and goals of a given profession. It is important for students in a doctor of physical therapy program to maintain a high level of professionalism. Students are representing both the program they are enrolled in as well as the physical therapy profession. Professionalism is important in both the academic and clinical setting. In the academic setting professionalism reduces distractions and supports quality of a learning environment.