Hi yall, I'm currently a PT, looking to switch careers maybe in a few years time. I just don't see how sustainable my career maybe for me in the long run especially as I get older. With the anatomy background and some imaging classes back then i thought maybe it may be a good transition. I want to ask yall what are some pros and cons for your career?
I know this is the millionth time seeing this question.
I've been 4 years in this field as a PT. Mostly Outpatient Ortho, I've tried home health, and right now i am in a hospital associated OP. My current job it honestly would be considered great, and I'll probably stay for 1-2 more years. But I just can't see myself doing this much longer anymore. I truly believe I'm not in the right career. I've switched jobs, I've switched settings, and even taken a good 5 month break before getting back into another job. I can't get myself to like being a PT. As an introvert, I'm burnt out being "on" for my patients all the time and im so socially drained by the end of the day. I'm always questioning my choices if I did the right thing for each patient. I get anxiety everytime I have to go into the clinic. I hate feeling like I have to put on a mask everyday cus I need to be constantly percieved.
For those who've made the switch, how did you do it? I'm willing to go back to school or take a course anything at this pointt