From PT to Professor to 1M Followers: Tim Reynolds’ Career Playbook

PTs Have More Career Options Than They Realize

Most physical therapists think the career path is fixed: treat 40 hours a week, manage notes, repeat.

But what if that’s just one version of being a PT?

Live from APTA CSM in Anaheim, Jimmy talks with Tim Reynolds — professor at Ithaca College, clinician, author, and social media educator with over a million followers — about building a career beyond the traditional clinic model.

They cover:

Why PTs feel boxed into one path
How to use social media responsibly in healthcare
Avoiding burnout through novelty and micro-joys
Rediscovering passion in clinical practice
The unconventional opportunities most PTs overlook
If you're a PT, clinic owner, or healthcare leader wondering what’s next — this episode is for you.

⏱ Chapters

00:00 – Live From CSM
02:10 – Why PTs Feel Boxed In
07:45 – Social Media Done Right
13:20 – Avoiding Clinical Burnout
17:45 – Micro Joys Matter
19:00 – The Parting Shot