In this episode, I talk with Dhielan about his physical therapy journey! Even though my podcast has a focus on occupational therapy experiences, I believe it's important to be aware and learn more about our interprofessional team members and their roles/approaches to care as well

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Timestamps:

(01:13) How did you discover physical therapy?

(02:45) Other career considerations early on : nursing & medical field

(5:33) What was PT school like?

(08:28) What clinical rotations did you have during your PT program?

(09:39) Clinical rotation in Inpatient Neuro Rehab

(11:39) What piece of advice would you give a current physical/occupational therapy student right now going through a difficult time in school?

(14:32) What is the PT version of the NBCOT exam? How did you prepare?

(16:24) Dhielan’s TOP study tips to prepare for NPTE

(19:00) - Dhielan’s Occupational Therapy PITCH! (from a PT’s perspective)

(21:36) Discussing OT & PT in our work settings - inpatient rehab

(23:31) Job search as a new grad & importance of mentorship

(26:00) Negotiating salary as a new grad & interviewing tips

(28:20) What is something you wish you knew as a new grad physical therapist? Advice for someone starting their 1st day of work on Monday.

(29:50) Pros & cons, roses and thorns, while working in the inpatient rehab setting (IPR)

(33:38) The tricky balance of physical therapy treatment, morning ADLs, occupational therapy, nursing, scheduling/time management & working on patient’s goals

(36:29) How do you feel as a PT with 1 year of experience - imposter syndrome or not?

(38:43) The day Dhielan FELT like a physical therapist 

(40:38) What is next? PT aspirations, plans & goals in the future

(43:39) ~ BONUS LIGHTNING ROUND ~