Boss Blog: Lessons from Pizza
When I moved to West Michigan from the south side of Chicago, it seemed like an unwritten rule for locals to share recommendations about must-try pizza places. Out of politeness and a desire to get acquainted with the neighborhood, there was a sense of obligation to venture out and later provide feedback on whether the […]
The 5 types of PT exam questions you should prepare for
Embarking on a career in physical therapy as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) or a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) requires a commitment to excellence and a thorough understanding of your chosen profession. An essential component of either career path is the National Physical Therapy Examinations for Physical Therapist Assistants (NPTE-PTA) and the Doctors of […]
What salary and benefits can you expect as an Alliance physical therapist?
Are you a physical therapist looking for work? You’d be joining a group of nearly 229,740 physical therapists in the United States. This number is expected to grow rapidly, with a projected increase of about 15% by the year 2032. Say you’ve completed all your education and licensure requirements to begin working as a physical […]
Boss Blog: Navigating the Negativity
“The Best Jobs of the 2000s”—a title that appeared in virtually every magazine throughout the 1990s. At this time, email was nonexistent, and Google was still a decade away from going public. However, everyone knew PT was the profession of choice in the new millennium. In the early 2000s, information started flowing electronically. By 2010, […]
7 common DPT interview questions (and the BEST answers to give)
Every job interview is different. You’re applying to a variety of companies with different cultures that have unique expectations. But when you’re looking for a position in one specific field, such as physical therapy, there’s bound to be some commonalities between the interviews. You can use those commonalities in your favor by knowing what to […]
4 types of interview questions providers commonly ask when searching for a physical therapist
Looking to start or continue a rewarding career in physical therapy? Finding a physical therapy provider that offers exceptional patient experiences is a great first step, and working for a provider that shares your values and commitment to care can have a major impact on your job satisfaction. Once you have narrowed your job search, […]
3 interview questions providers commonly ask when searching for a physical therapist
The physical therapy industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. In fact, physical therapy employment is projected to increase by 15% by the year 2032. Are you among the many people looking for a new job as a physical therapist? Here are some questions you should expect to answer during an […]
Can you go to physical therapy without a primary doctor’s referral?
Have you recently gotten injured or suffered a medical condition? You might be in need of a physical therapist’s help. You’d be one of nearly 2.4 billion in the world in need of rehabilitation care. If you’ve never gone to a physical therapist’s clinic before, you could be wondering if a primary care doctor’s referral […]
Which manual therapy techniques should you consider adding to your practice’s services list?
One of the best ways to help treat your patients’ pain and reduced mobility is with hands-on techniques. Manual therapy is essential to many physical therapy treatment plans. With so many that have been discovered and explored over the years, it’s not always easy to determine which ones you should add to your practice’s services […]
Four Breakthrough Physical Therapy Techniques You Should Know
In the ever-evolving world of physical therapy, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Each patient’s journey is a unique journey of challenges and triumphs, requiring an equally unique approach to treatment. At Alliance Physical Therapy Partners, we are proud to partner with outpatient therapy groups who are committed to offering specialized care that gets to the […]
Boss Blog: Burnout
Forty years before Antonio Banderas and Sir Anthony Hopkins teamed up in 1998’s “The Mask of Zorro”, Guy Williams portrayed the masked swordsman in a television series. I wasn’t alive then, but when I was spending summers with my grandmother, reruns were the gift that kept on giving. In modern movies, suspense builds as the […]
3 best ways to offer exercise therapy to your patients
Exercise is one of the pillars of physical therapy clinics. Nearly every single patient with an injury or medical condition can benefit from exercise. But it’s not always easy to determine which types of exercise will be the best for your patients. Physical therapy exercises go beyond doing lunges and stretches. That’s why it’s important […]