Alex V2
Transcript: Alex describes his work as a developing physiotherapist in a remote location
Hi, I’m Alex. After a year based in Townsville, I decided to take the plunge into the full-time sole therapist position in Mt Isa. I had provided outreach to remote areas for 12 months before this. Working in rural areas is a great challenge. There is travel to schools up to 600km away and always a few great stories when you get there. There are a few other EQ PT’s scattered around in remote locations and we connect online a few times a term.
Last term I linked in with two of the advisors using the web conferencing suite to review a complex case. I used video and photos to get feedback about mobility and orthotic options for a young student. Now we’ve set up a program for him that gets him moving around the class safely and he’s loving it!

Though the thought of living out in the desert can seem a bit daunting, there’s great opportunity to grow professionally. I am able to work closely with the staff in other agencies for joint sessions and professional development. There’s also the great team within DETE that are just a phone call or email away if I need to ask anything. I am thinking of taking a university student on a clinical placement next year. This is the next step for me in growing as a professional.

Here is my ‘top tip’ for getting the most out of EQ: 
There are so many people with so much experience. Keep asking questions. You’ll find all the answers you need.