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Physical Therapists

Average Salary - $95K | Education - Doctoral Degree | 4-Years

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About Physical Therapists

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

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SALARIES

SALARIES

$72,500

AVERAGE ENTRY

$95,590

AVERAGE MID

$127,740

AVERAGE ADVANCED

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

DEGREES, CERTIFICATIONS, COURSES

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Supporting Programs

Physical Therapists

Biological Sciences (Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior)

ASU

Bachelor's Degree

Biological Sciences (Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior), BS

Arizona State University

Bachelor's Degree

Biology

University of Arizona

Bachelor's Degree

Biology

Arizona Western College

Associate's Degree

Exercise and Wellness (Fitness and Wellness Specialist)

ASU

Bachelor's Degree

Kinesiology

ASU

Bachelor's Degree

Kinesiology, BS

Arizona State University

Bachelor's Degree

Medical Nutrition

Arizona State University

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Medical Studies

ASU

Bachelor's Degree

Medical Studies, BS

Arizona State University

Bachelor's Degree

Nutritional Sciences (Nutrition)

University of Arizona

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Education

ASU

Master's Degree

Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS

Mohave Community College

Associate's Degree

Physical Therapy

West-MEC

Career and Technical Education

Physical Therapy - Entry Level, DPT

Northern Arizona University

Doctoral or professional degree

Physical Therapy Technician (PTTC)

Eastern Arizona College

Credential

Public Health

University of Arizona

Bachelor's Degree

Rehabilitation Technician

Mohave Community College

Credential

Sports Medicine Professions

Eastern Arizona College

Associate's Degree

Core Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are things that people need to be good at their jobs. They include what you know, what you can do, and how you can do it well. KSAs are important because they help you be successful in the job you do.

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Service Orientation

Social Perceptiveness

Judgment and Decision Making

Time Management

Complex Problem Solving

Active Learning

Learning Strategies

Systems Analysis

Systems Evaluation

Management of Personnel Resources

Operations Analysis

Operations Monitoring

Management of Financial Resources

Management of Material Resources

Operation and Control

Quality Control Analysis

Troubleshooting

Technology Design

Equipment Selection

Equipment Maintenance

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Physical Therapist - Outpatient

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Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology

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Physical Therapist - Outpatient Ortho

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Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology/Lymphedema

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Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology - Up to $15k bonus

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Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology

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Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology - Up to $15K Bonus

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31.5

Percent

Increase in employment for healthcare and social assistance from 2021 - 2031 (Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity).

6

Thousand

Projected openings through 2030.

133

Jobs

Available as of today.

One of the highest in demand careers in the U.S.

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