What are the benefits of joining Associated Therapists?
There are many benefits for members of the Associated Therapists Team:
For the patient - As a member of Associated Therapists, you have access to rehabilitation professionals from a
variety of disciplines, each with their own expertise. You are encouraged to ask questions, make
suggestions, discuss problems and in general develop a relationship with a licensed professional
that wants to assist you. Someone on the team will probably have insight into your situation or
know another professional to whom you can be referred.
For the family member - As a member of Associated Therapists, you have the same access to rehabilitation professionals from a variety of disciplines as the patient. Each professional has their own area of expertise and circle of knowledge. You can discuss that "New Treatment" the patient is thinking
about trying, ask questions about what to expect from treatment, make suggestions, discuss
problems and in general develop a relationship with a licensed professional that wants to assist
you.
For the Student - Whether you are considering a career in rehabilitation or you are currently enrolled in a program leading to a professional rehabilitation career, membership and Associated Therapists give you
direct access to licensed professionals that can assist you in choosing a career or assist you in
your chosen career by acting as a "mentor" or at the very least assist you in your initial job search
by utilizing the professional network they have developed over the years.
For the licensed Professional - Membership in Associated Therapists reinforces the team concept of
problem solving and can provide information from many directions for the benefit of the patient.
The team network can also be utilized for career development, professional development and
act as a sounding board for new ideas.
For the individual - Associated Therapists offers a knowledge base of rehabilitation disciplines, facilities,
techniques, and approaches for general information and specific areas of interest.
For the facility representative - Associated Therapists offers a platform for information about standard protocols, a recruitment source for weekend, temporary, part-time, or full-time permanent
employees, and a way to keep up with the industry standards from a multitude of sources.
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