A Day in the Life: Physical Therapist
Name: Sarah Conover
Place of work: UVMC
Job Title: Physical Therapist
Hours worked: 20 hrs a week
How many yrs/months in profession: 22 1/2 years
Where you received your education: University of Evansville & University of Indianapolis
What degree did you earn: BS in PT and MHS
How many yrs/months for your education: 4 years + 2
A Typical Day: Desk work & getting the day’s schedule set, see patients & write notes throughout the day, taking a break for lunch. Finishing up with paperwork at the end of the day and phone calls.
What was your inspiration: Interest in how the human body works & wanting to impact the quality of life for individuals.
Best Advice you ever received: Listen to your patients.
What would you tell someone interested in going into health care: In addition to having an interest in people, it’s critical to be a strong student in math and sciences.
One interesting anecdote about your career (optional): Every day I learn something new.
