PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy


Firing Your Front Desk Star Could Cost You THOUSANDS

October 08, 2024

Jimmy McKay and co-host Dave Kittle dive deep into the realities of hiring in physical therapy and the importance of transparency. 


00:00 - Introduction & Overview

02:35 - The Importance of Salary Transparency in Job Listings

09:12 - The Reality Behind High Salaries and Long Hours

15:45 - Hiring the Right Fit: Quality Over Quantity

22:30 - Using Military Strategies in PT Hiring: Commitment vs Applications

31:20 - Communication Tactics: Over-Communicating with Your Team

38:00 - Tony Hsieh's Zappos Example: Filtering for Commitment

47:50 - Parting Shots


They discuss how practice owners can attract the right therapists, the challenges of managing employee expectations, and the value of honest job descriptions. They explore salary transparency, over-communication with your team, and strategies to ensure you're not just filling a role but finding the best fit.


Key topics covered:


The reality behind high salaries and long hours in physical therapy.

Why transparent job descriptions lead to better hires.

The importance of over-communicating with your team to foster engagement and retention.

How the military and companies like Zappos create commitment-driven cultures.

Practical steps to filter out uncommitted candidates during the hiring process.

Special Guest: None in this episode


Target Audience: Physical therapy clinic owners, practice managers, and therapists looking to optimize their hiring process and team management.