Examples Of Professionalism In Physical Therapy

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From interviews to the end of my education in a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program, professors will notice and watch our professionalism develop throughout. In the context of being a student in this program, professionalism entails the attributes employers look for in new hires and who patients seek to find the best care. Although there are many characteristics that highlight professionalism, I will focus on the qualities I embody, how they apply in a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program, and how my experiences in a Physical Therapy clinic have shaped my perspective of professionalism. In a physical therapy program, altruism is the most basic, yet the most important trait to every professional. Putting the benefits of others before your …show more content…

I am always driven to complete every task to the best of my ability, and in the most efficient way. When taking an exam or presenting research, I have great competence in my abilities and knowledge due to my dedication to study the material. This trait would allow me to excel in a physical therapy program since I have the skills to efficiently study and be successful when I put my mind to anything. Competence is the ability to adapt to find the most efficient method to study, in turn giving us the knowledge needed to perform successfully. From my experiences in outpatient and inpatient rehab I had the opportunity to see the differences in effectiveness and efficiency between therapists. I noticed the most competent therapists are detailed and precise during evaluations and treatment to stay on time. This comes from experience while also having the knowledge to readily apply it in the clinic. Although professionalism entails many characteristics I find altruism, accountability, integrity, and competence to be the traits I best represent in my life. After years of diligent work in the classroom and numerous hours of work in a therapy clinic alongside professionals and students from other physical therapy programs I have developed the professional skills to be successful in a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program. Then finally fulfill my dream of becoming a Physical

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