In this episode Mel and Al share their experiences as travel physical therapists. They discuss the challenges and joys of making friends in new cities, the unique aspects of different states they've worked in, and their reflections on their time in North Dakota, Hawaii, Washington, Florida, and Georgia. The conversation also touches on the importance of community in travel PT, their favorite injuries to treat, and their future travel plans!! Enjoy <3

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In this episode of The Physio Diaries, Mel and Al discuss the importance of self-care and de-stressing amidst their busy schedules. They emphasize the significance of finding a good work-life balance, coping with burnout, and the necessity of taking time for themselves, especially in the healthcare field. Enjoy <3

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Life Updates and Personal Experiences

11:39 Finding Balance: Self-Care and De-Stressing

22:30 Navigating Work Schedules and Patient Care

30:41 Coping with Burnout and Stress Management

39:41 Self-Care Routines and Travel Tips

50:30 Building Rapport with Patients as Travelers

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In this episode, we discuss some of the differences between internal and external travel physical therapy. We also talk about our experiences as travel PTs, including job placement, contract negotiation, and salaries. Enjoy!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Internal vs External Physical Therapy

08:40 Understanding Internal Travel Physical Therapy

09:34 Exploring External Travel Physical Therapy

10:55 Job Placement Differences

15:01 Negotiating Pay as a Traveler

22:02 Understanding the PT Compact

25:34 Vacation Time Between Contracts

31:41 Benefits of Internal vs External Travel Therapy

38:16 Continuing Education Opportunities

41:21 Scheduling Flexibility in Travel Therapy

45:12 Documentation Systems in Travel Therapy

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Dr. Melanie Ziaziaris and Dr. Alice Koshevatskiy discuss their journey as travel physical therapists and the inspiration behind starting their podcast, The Physio Diaries. They share their experiences in different clinical settings, their love for travel and the challenges of balancing between professionalism and personal connection with patients. We are excited for future episodes and invite you guys to submit questions for their Q&A!!

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travel physical therapy, clinical settings, challenges, benefits, professionalism, personal connection, future episodes, Q&A segment

Welcome to The Physio Diaries with your co-hosts Doctors of Physical Therapy Melanie Ziaziaris and Alice Koshevatskiy. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey where travel meets physical therapy. On this podcast, we will dive into how traveling can offer unique perspectives on healthcare, tackle some spicy healthcare topics, and break down the latest research that’s shaping the future of the field of physical therapy. Tune in and let’s get started on this adventure!

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