JOB PLACEMENT

FROM OUR GRADUATES…

Marcia Lenz '2000 writes...
As a parent and swim teacher, I have always valued and appreciated the benefits of the aquatic environment for children as a means for fitness while having fun. On my last affiliation as a Husson physical therapy student, I was able to work with some of the children on my case load, combining my experience as a swimming instructor and my evolving clinical knowledge, to provide therapy in the aquatic environment. As a therapist, I have found the use of the aquatic environment the key to success for some of my patients who otherwise may have difficulty moving against the effects of gravity. The child in the photo is obviously having fun, and does not mind when I make recommendations to her mother to progress her motor control and activity, and provide suggestions for warm-up activities which will help her organize herself and process all of the sensory information she is receiving in this environment. At the end of this session, the child was also better prepared to include some relaxation activities.
Marcia works for UCP of Bangor, Maine

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"PT: The Place to Be"
(From the 2004-2005 Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

“Employment of physical therapists is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012,” the handbook states, defining “faster than average” as an anticipated increase in jobs of 21 percent to 35 percent between 2002 and 2012, compared to an average overall job growth of 0 percent to 2 percent.” Check out the entire article in PT Advance, April 26, 2004 edition. The article goes on to outline a number of reasons for the expected growth in jobs. One of many reasons quoted in the article is the growing elderly population and increase in the number of individuals with disabilities and/or limited function.

One College…
          One Amazing Learning Experience…
                 One Dream Come True.

Tracey Euloth '2000 writes...
For me, it was like winning the lottery. Finally, I had the opportunity to prove to myself that I had what it takes to be a Physical Therapist.

Although relatively young, Husson College's Physical Therapy program surpassed other institutions in offering the most advanced curriculum and exposure to the field's most current techniques and equipment. In my opinion, the program's ultimate strength was in its internationally recognized faculty members. The exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive faculty treated us as future colleagues, not just as students.

I was an international student at Husson College. I tell you this because I was given the opportunity to transfer back to my home country to complete my PT education at a college there. I chose to stay at Husson. I felt that I was receiving an education unparalleled by other institutions. I believe that if you were to ask my current employer, he would feel the same.

One dream came true…
One college made it possible…
Husson College.
Tracey Euloth, MPT (2000 Graduate)
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA.

There is life after PT school!
As you can see by the photo, Garrett Harthorne, class of 2000, is finding there is life after physical therapy school.

Many students form life-long friendships while pursuing their education. Garrett and Caroline are guests of Jason Lobb (also class of 2000) as they visit in the beautiful mountains of Utah. Two young men who were once partners in lab projects are now colleagues in a profession where they are valued and held in high esteem. Garrett and Caroline were two students struggling to learn anatomy together. Now they are husband and wife, sharing a much loved profession.

Jen (Roberts) Cowing, 2001 graduate writes...

As a practicing therapist, with responsibilities in patient care and management, I feel that the physical therapy program at Husson College did an outstanding job of preparing me to excel in my profession. Both academically and clinically, the wealth and diverse expertise offered by the faculty provide students with a high quality of education. My education, particularly in the areas of anatomy, manual therapy, research, and cardiopulmonary therapy rivals that provided by nationally ranked programs. As a part of the Husson College community for five years, I was able to acquire and develop leadership and teamwork skills through my experiences on the student government, as a member of a social service sorority, and in my work-study positions on campus. I also benefited from advanced clinical electives, in-depth anatomy reviews in my final year of professional education, and a program content in research skills that will allow me to become a valuable contributor to the body of knowledge of my profession in the future.

As faculty at a small program, my professors were always available to me for assistance as a student, and this availability has continued. Physical therapy faculty members have continued to donate their time and share their knowledge in serving as my mentors, research advisors, and colleagues for collaboration, as I prepared my graduate reseach project for submission for presentation at a national conference.

It is the trips back to Husson for local physical therapy meetings or to work on a presentation with a former professor that I look forward to the most. The welcoming smiles and walks through my old labs make me even more humbly aware that I am a part of a special place and program at Husson College.

Update: Since graduation in May 2001, Jen has become Mrs. Chris Cowing and Mother to a beautiful baby girl, Emma. She has also established her own PT practice.

WHAT ARE WE HEARING FROM CLINICIANS?

"We want you to know that we thoroughly enjoy the relationship between our facilty and Husson College. We find your students and graduates to be well trained, professional, and personable. As I'm sure you are well aware, we recently hired two recent graduates of Husson. Both have exceptional clinical and people skills. They are fitting well into our system." ...David A. Nelson, PhD., Director of Rehab & Wellness Services, Millinocket Regional Hospital.

"Exceptional, best new grad ever encountered in 27 years!"

"I have worked with graduates from many Physical Therapy schools nationwide. It is my observation that Husson grads are far better educated and prepared for their careers than those from any other school. We make Husson grads our first choice when hiring Physical Therapists these days." ...Lauren Hebert, PT,OSC www.smartcarept.com

"I am very pleased with the caliber of Physical Therapists that Husson has graduated. They were well prepared and able to jump into a very busy and active environment and hit the road running. Both of the Husson PT graduates we have hired have worked out very well for us." ...Alan Dunn OTR/L Aroostook Medical Center, Presque Isle, Maine.

"Good grasp of clinically significant data, observant, develops rapport effectively with patients and co-workers. Well prepared to function in Outpatient orthopedic clinic."

NEWS FROM OUR
PHYSICAL THERAPY ALUMNI

Karen Anderson (2003), a therapist at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, was recently certified in the Leduc method of evaluation and treatment of lymphedema of the upper and lower extremeties. Congratulations to Karen in her latest achievement.