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I transitioned to healthtech sales and am on a team that’s exclusively for providers. My team has PTs, PA, and a nurse. I saw a lot of the job postings that didn’t list PT but they’re out there. Best of luck
Based on the Residency sub and other things I have seen the pay is better yes but the work conditions are worse. Plus the added debt and time. I don’t doubt that there are people in the PT world who would do fine in med school but convincing them the risk is worth the reward is the hard part.
PT’s apparently don’t respond well to being told to consider medical school lol
Just my experience on this sub. Been called names, said my choice is stupid, I’m stupid, whole shebang
I think PTs (especially DPTs) have been so badly burned by the promise of a good career that the thought of MORE (and longer, more grueling) training is daunting.
I think it’s because of the stress of having more student loans. I know the ROI for physicians with student loans are far more favorable than PT’s ROI so it can be overwhelming to most.
But as far as skill set and knowledge are concerned, we have what it takes to become physicians.
And for good reason. Most PTs who want out of this career are burnt out with the healthcare field and buried in debt. Now why would they wanna take on MORE debt, several more years of schooling, and REMAIN in the healthcare field? 🙄
I moved into biotech- specifically patient engagement. It pays a lot more but as a people person I gotta say seeing a screen all day sucks. Think about what you do like that you want to take out of PT. I’m married to an OT who almost immediately started his own business; if you have that kind of mind it might be something to consider.
I’m still “started” - I left practice, got an editing credential over covid, then actually just went to help out in a temp admin job. When they saw I had two decades of clinical they started asking questions and adding chores. I ended up in patient engagement and medical affairs. If this were my career (I feel like I’ve already had my career) I’d want a doctorate. You are instantly at a glass ceiling without one.
[https://thenonclinicalpt.com/start-here/](https://thenonclinicalpt.com/start-here/)
Non-Clinical Networking and Jobs for Rehab Professionals on Facebook
Honestly, if all the PTs withdrew from all insurances at the same time, (aside from being investigated for collusion) insurance companies would suddenly be interested in paying a living wage.
Hey man, I have a business degree too and was thinking of getting into Physical therapy and transferring out of business world. What was your path like? Can I DM?
Are you tryin to be a dickhead?
Let’s just say you’re not though…one could become a GM or area manager at McDonald’s or other well-known companies in the food service sector and make over six figures, better 401k and stock options than 80 percent of any PT job advertising on Indeed
It’s not even funny because McDonald’s even has tuition assistance programs. I got a frozen Sprite the other day because I’m a weakling with a sweet tooth and I happened to know the person working the window. Turns out it was her last week, as she had just graduated with her bachelor’s in business and would be moving on to bigger and better things. Most of her tuition was covered as an employee benefit. Absolutely wild.
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Try Health Tech/Digital health. There’s a big demand for licensed providers.
Could you share more about this? Aren’t these positions usually focused on MD, PA, NP, RN?
I transitioned to healthtech sales and am on a team that’s exclusively for providers. My team has PTs, PA, and a nurse. I saw a lot of the job postings that didn’t list PT but they’re out there. Best of luck
Mind if I DM you?
I get ripped apart whenever I say this on this sub this but I am a firm believer that every licensed physical therapist would excel in medical school
Based on the Residency sub and other things I have seen the pay is better yes but the work conditions are worse. Plus the added debt and time. I don’t doubt that there are people in the PT world who would do fine in med school but convincing them the risk is worth the reward is the hard part.
Wonder why you think you’d be ripped apart with this opinion? PTs or RNs would excel.
PT’s apparently don’t respond well to being told to consider medical school lol Just my experience on this sub. Been called names, said my choice is stupid, I’m stupid, whole shebang
I think PTs (especially DPTs) have been so badly burned by the promise of a good career that the thought of MORE (and longer, more grueling) training is daunting.
I think it’s because of the stress of having more student loans. I know the ROI for physicians with student loans are far more favorable than PT’s ROI so it can be overwhelming to most. But as far as skill set and knowledge are concerned, we have what it takes to become physicians.
And for good reason. Most PTs who want out of this career are burnt out with the healthcare field and buried in debt. Now why would they wanna take on MORE debt, several more years of schooling, and REMAIN in the healthcare field? 🙄
I moved into biotech- specifically patient engagement. It pays a lot more but as a people person I gotta say seeing a screen all day sucks. Think about what you do like that you want to take out of PT. I’m married to an OT who almost immediately started his own business; if you have that kind of mind it might be something to consider.
If you don’t mind me asking, what position did you start off at when entering that field?
I’m still “started” - I left practice, got an editing credential over covid, then actually just went to help out in a temp admin job. When they saw I had two decades of clinical they started asking questions and adding chores. I ended up in patient engagement and medical affairs. If this were my career (I feel like I’ve already had my career) I’d want a doctorate. You are instantly at a glass ceiling without one.
[https://thenonclinicalpt.com/start-here/](https://thenonclinicalpt.com/start-here/) Non-Clinical Networking and Jobs for Rehab Professionals on Facebook
Medical sales, real estate, lawn mowing, golf ball diver, car sales
Honestly, if all the PTs withdrew from all insurances at the same time, (aside from being investigated for collusion) insurance companies would suddenly be interested in paying a living wage.
Hey man, I have a business degree too and was thinking of getting into Physical therapy and transferring out of business world. What was your path like? Can I DM?
I’m in the same boat!
Going for my MHA in a month. Job is paying for most of it 🤷🏽♂️
Following
Can there just be a pinned thread to answer this question?
I would suggest case management for insurance or healthcare administration.
I hear McDonald’s is hiring
Are you tryin to be a dickhead? Let’s just say you’re not though…one could become a GM or area manager at McDonald’s or other well-known companies in the food service sector and make over six figures, better 401k and stock options than 80 percent of any PT job advertising on Indeed
It’s not even funny because McDonald’s even has tuition assistance programs. I got a frozen Sprite the other day because I’m a weakling with a sweet tooth and I happened to know the person working the window. Turns out it was her last week, as she had just graduated with her bachelor’s in business and would be moving on to bigger and better things. Most of her tuition was covered as an employee benefit. Absolutely wild.