November 17, 2010
Physical therapists keep patients moving and help prevent disability
Outlook: Employment of physical therapists is expected to increase 30 percent over the 2008-18 decade, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Pay: The 2,090 physical therapists in the Seattle-Bellevue-Tacoma area earned a median wage of $70,730 in 2008.
The job: Physical therapists examine patients and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function and prevent disability. They often consult and practice with a variety of other professionals, such as physicians, dentists, nurses, educators, social workers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists and audiologists. The job can be physically demanding, because therapists may have to stoop, kneel, stand for long periods and lift or move heavy equipment and patients.
Training: A post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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