The Future of PT: Salaries, Burnout & AI with Heidi Jannenga

Heidi Jannenga returns to PT Pintcast to break down the 10th annual State of Rehab Therapy Report. This year’s conversation covers the bright spots—like salary growth and the increased adoption of hybrid care—and the hard truths about burnout, job-hopping, and the pressure on clinic margins. Heidi also shares how AI is already reshaping clinical workflows and why hybrid care will likely become the new standard.
We also spotlight the work of the Rizing Tide Foundation, which is helping bring more diverse students into the PT profession with scholarships, networking, and mentorship.
What You’ll Learn:
- Key takeaways from the 2024 Rehab Therapy Report
- The current state of PT salaries and student debt
- Why burnout and clinician turnover remain big issues
- How AI and hybrid care models are shaping the future
- The impact of the Rizing Tide Foundation on the profession
Links & Resources:
- Rizing Tide Foundation:
- Heidi Jannenga: WebPT
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