59 episodes
Rehab Rebels: Alternative Career Paths for Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, & Speech Language Pathology Professionals Tanner Welsch DPT
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Do you feel burned out, not appreciated, undervalued both financially & professionally? Realized working in the health industry is not all it was promised to be? Are numbers & the bottom line prioritized over your health, job satisfaction, & high quality patient care causing you to dread going into work?You want to make a non-traditional career change but face sunken tuition cost, judgment for wanting to leave a secure career in the health field, & unsure about which alternative career direction to take? But know there has to be a better work life balance.
It is ok to want a career change, maybe even one outside of your profession. You are not a bad person for wanting this & you are not alone! My name is Tanner, and I'm a physical therapist myself, on a mission to uncover and document the world of alternative non-traditional careers & income opportunities for rehab professionals (OT, COTA, PT, PTA, & SLPs). My goal is to provide a guide(s) you can follow to a career or business with more freedom, income, and fulfillment.This podcast will help you discover, learn, & gain insights by having honest authentic conversations with therapists who felt: burnout, undervalued, dreaded going to work every morning, stuck with debt, guilt for wanting to leave their career, & unable to get out of a toxic work environment. As they share the outcomes they achieved from their alternative career transitions: built a business that allowed them to spend more time with their family, be more fulfilled, have more autonomy, & build something for themselves. Or landed a job that truly made the most of their skills with less stress & more fulfillment. Other main topics you will hear in detail are: alternative income, personal finance, side hustles, & starting your own business. What are you waiting for? You have been thinking of this change for far too long. Click play to discover the next phase of your career and develop an actionable plan to make it a reality :)
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Transform Clinical Skills into MedTech Success with Yera Patel DPT 059
Send us a Text Message.#059 Ever wondered how to successfully transfer your skills as a rehab professional into the MedTech space? Growing up in Central Jersey, Yera was initially drawn to physical therapy. However, struggling with the increasing demands of her job and witnessing issues within the healthcare system during her mother's health crisis, she sought a path that better aligned with the flexibility she desired and her career aspirations.In this episode, you will learn what MedTech is...
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Overcoming Burnout and Balancing Parenthood with Valerie Levesque DPT 058
Send us a Text Message.#058 If you're feeling burned out and disillusioned, our guest, Valerie Levesque, a physical therapist, faced a common problem in her career: a mountain of debt, and a clear-cut income ceiling. The traditional rehab model in competitive environments like Seattle left her nowhere else to turn except to contemplate alternative paths outside the traditional rehab model.In this episode, Valerie shares her process of transitioning to a cash-based model for her physical thera...
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From Physical Therapy to Dice Making with Lauren Schipper PT 057
Send us a Text Message.#057 Sometimes our chosen career path may not align with our true passion and values. In this case, Lauren discovered her love for art and creativity, which she initially overlooked due to societal expectations and other, family influences. Her leap not only reshaped her professional life but also brought an unexpected harmony to her family dynamics. In this episode, Lauren shares her journey, highlighting the long hours and inadequate compensation in her physical thera...
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Journey into Virtual Rehab and Fitness Business with Divya Abraham DPT 056
Send us a Text Message.#056 The struggle to find a fulfilling career path within the constraints of the industry is a problem many of us encounter. The solution lies in recognizing the need to change and explore alternative career paths that align with our passion and values. Listen to what Divya, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, has to share about her journey from being in a traditional physical therapy practice to being a travel physical therapist, and to finally starting a virtual rehab and f...
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Crafting a Patient-Centered Business in Physical Therapy with Susie Gronski DPT 055
Send us a Text Message.#055 In a world where the traditional healthcare system often prioritizes efficiency over patient care, there emerges a narrative that challenges the status quo and shines a light on the potential of healthcare entrepreneurship. This is precisely what Susie Gronski, a urological physical therapist and sex counselor, brings to the table in this episode. She, driven by her mother's brave battle with disability and a desire for a healthcare system that prioritizes the pati...
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Maximize Your Income Without Sacrificing Your Time with Ray Gorman DPT 054
Send us a Text Message.#054 Are you a coach or rehab professional who is tired of trading time for money? Ray Gorman of Engage Movement transitioned from the familiar realm of outpatient clinics to successfully running a cash practice. He started working with clients virtually in 2016 and then blended the virtual and in-person experience in 2017. Today, Ray mentors rehab professionals and coaches to integrate online services into their practices, distinguishing them from other practitioners a...
Customer Reviews
Full of REAL and inspiring stories
Each episode features authentic stories from rehab professionals who have transitioned to every type of alternative career you can think of.
Tanner does a phenomenal job of drawing out these stories with thoughtful questions and genuine curiosity. What I appreciate most is the diversity of voices and experiences. If you’re looking for a podcast that will encourage you on your entrepreneurial journey, leave you feeling motivated, and with practical advice, this is the one!
Best Podcast for Rehab Professionals
I wish I had found this podcast prior to transitioning out of the rehab profession. Tanner is an incredibly insightful, gracious host that will guide you through his guest interviews in ways to create a lifestyle by design. He has such a diverse group of guests that will inspire you to think outside the box in the world of possibilities that await you.