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    Know the statutory responsibilities and rights of employees and employers within in own area of work. List the aspects of employment covered law. The law in UK covers the following aspects: Minimum Wage. Health and Safety. Union Rights. Redundancy and dismissal. Disciplinary procedures. Labour laws that relate to the points listed above cover the responsibilities between employee and employer. Health and Safety laws relate to working conditions‚ minimum wage relates to basic salary and

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    children. I am currently employed as a Certified Nursing assistant (CNA) at Our Lady of Peace nursing home located in Lewiston. I am also in the US Army Reserves. I’m attending NCCC as a freshman student and will be taking courses towards an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant. I will then go on to further my education once I graduate to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy. What inspires me to become a Physical Therapist is working at the nursing home. Helping people is my passion

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    Physical Therapist” Imagine wrecking a bicycle and breaking your femur bone. Most people think that you will just recover‚ not exactly. After breaking a bone you’ll need physical therapy. I broke my femur bone and went to physical therapy. Physical therapist‚ also known as a physiotherapist‚ are healthcare specialists that work with patients to help restore them to full function and relieve pain (“Physical”684). Physical therapist has treatment goals for patients to help prevent disability (Ferguson’s

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    Physical Therapist [pic] Ka’Liyah Matthews Workforce Essentials 7th Block Mr. Boyd Advantages One advantage of becoming a physical therapist is that you get to know more people of different age groups‚ values‚ cultures‚ and faiths. The advantages of becoming physical therapist do not end there‚ qualified and skilled physical therapy professionals receive competitive salaries and excellent benefits as well. Disadvantages Sometimes physical therapist work long hours. They can get

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    I am planning on making my career as a physical therapist. The main job responsibilities of a PT are diagnosing and managing dysfunction and improve physical and functional abilities‚ bring back‚ maintain and promote optimal physical function as well as optimal wellness and fitness and optimal quality of life associated with movement and health. PT’s also take patient’s medical history‚ conduct a system review‚ and conduct different tests to diagnose any current potential and existing issues. They

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    job other than nursing is Physical Therapy. This branch of healthcare varies from pediatrics‚ geriatrics‚ and athletes. Physical Therapists are highly educated‚ licensed health care professionals who specialize in helping patients reduce pain and improve mobility. Since Physical Therapy has many strenuous and advanced techniques‚ it has several educational requirements that must be complete before beginning practice as a Physical Therapist. Before entering any Physical Therapy programs‚ a Bachelor’s

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    Anny Rodriguez Pediatric Physical Therapist A pediatric physical therapist specializes and examines kids from the age of birth to the age of eighteen. They deal with kids who have conditions like cerebral palsy‚ traumatic brain injuries‚ chronic pain‚ cystic fibrosis‚ cancer‚ scoliosis and developmental delays and movement disorders caused from premature birth. They focus on helping a person improve or regain back their strength and endurance‚ learning opportunities‚ and help increase their motor

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    Lets Get Physical Since I was a young I have always wanted to have a job that helps out other peoples’ lives for the better. I have gone from wanting to be a cop‚ fire fighter‚ EMT (emergency medical technician) and now I have made up my mind to become a physical therapist. After comparing and contrasting the pros and cons of numerous jobs I decided that doing physical therapy fits me best because I am getting to know several types of people. Also‚ knowing that I am improving the health

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    A physical therapist helps injured or ill people to improve their movement and their pain. This profession is often an important part of rehabilitation‚ treatment‚ and prevention of patients with chronic conditions‚ illnesses‚ or injuries. A physical therapist relies heavily on strong communication skills such as‚ the ability to recognize verbal and non-verbal cues from patients‚ explaining the assessment and treatment in vocabulary the patient will understand and most importantly‚ listening to the

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    I’m interested in volunteer opportunities that may be available with a Physical Therapist at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center. My career path that I’m determined to pursue is becoming a Physical Therapist. It would be a great honor and opportunity to work under a licensed Physical Therapist. I have experience working with not only children‚ but also senior citizens‚ and would be thrilled to continue doing so in a voluntary capacity. I currently work at Kingsborough Community College in a children’s

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