The New Grad Physio Podcast

If you've got to the interview stage...You have one shot at getting the job.No second chances.Therefore, you need to nail it.A big part of that is you being able to stand out from the crowd, and put yourself forward as the best candidate for the role.But making a great impression in the interview room is tough...As you'll be on edge, nervous and unsure about what questions are coming next...Especially, if you have not done loads of interviews before.Sound like you?This week's podcast episode will help!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the episode I mentioned how you might make a BIG impression,I was joking by the way (please don't do this)!PPS. Want some structured career support and guidance to open doors to your first (or next) physio job?Head here to find out more.

Being a great physio...Does not mean you'll get a great physio job.Clinical skills and career skills are very different things...But equally as important.Simply...If you can not open doors and get a job offer...Your clinical skills don't matter...Regardless of how good you are!Learn the key career skills University failed to teach you in this week's episode.Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. Want some additional (free) career support?Then head here to watch my free-to-view career webinar.

Getting your first role is easier than you think.Once you understand what employers are actually looking for.It's not experience...Or even clinical skills...And it's easier than you think.STOP applying for more jobs until you listen to this podcast episode!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerNew Grad Physio MentorPS. Want some more 'free' career help?Then be sure to check out my 'free career webinar.'Watch it right now here.

They are all happy to share all the good stuff...The posts about them 'crushing it.'The clinic going well...The successful patient's they've seen...The trips overseas with sports teams etc...But what about all the times when things don't go so well?The patients that don't get better.The weeks where the clinic is quiet.The teams that push them out.Once you realise this...You'll realise what you see...And what is real....Are often very different things!Hint - this is key to your own understanding as to how to make progress as a physio...Both clinically and professionally...And make actual steps to becoming the physio you want to be!Learn more in this week's podcast episode.Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerNew Grad Physio Mentor

Yes, you read that right!Whilst feeling like an 'imposter' is not great...It is not all that bad!In fact...The lack of 'imposter syndrome' highlights something very important.The new grads that do not feel like an 'imposter' are the ones I worry about...They are the real RED FLAGS!!!Listen to this episode to find out why!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. Want some help to rid yourself of imposter syndrome?Then send me a DM with the word 'IMPOSTER' and I'll reach out personally to help!You can catch me here...InstagramLinkedInTikTok

There is only one way to build confidence as a new grad physio.The whole 'fake it until you make it' thing does not work (I used to think it did by the way!)...And if you've tried it, you know what I mean.Patients see straight through it.Discover what you actually need to build your confidence...In your assessments, treatments and rehab plans...So you (and your patients) have full faith that you can get them pain-free and back enjoying the things they want to do the most!Enjoy the show!!!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the show I mentioned I have just opened up some more spaces to join my new grad physio community.You can find out more (and apply to join) right here.

All employers, in all sectors, have a duty to support you... And allocating time and resources for your CPD is part of that.But you also need to make the effort to support yourself.Now more so than ever...Given many employers are pushing back on the time and finance support given to CPD provision.And this is not just because you have to...Because you might get audited by the HCPC or other regulatory body...But because you need to!Find out why in this week's podcast episode (and also what CPD you should be doing as a new grad physio).Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerNew Grad Physio MentorPS. Need some help knowing what CPD you should do?Reach out!Send me an email (andy@newgradphysio.com) or DM me on Instagram and I'll get right back to you.

You've heard of the term 'scope of practice'...But what does it actually mean?Hear a story, based on an actual case, that left one physio in hot water...All because she (unknowingly) was working outside of her scope of practice!The consequences were bad...But could have been much much worse!Listen to hear this story, plus much more, to help you, and your patients, stay safe!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. If you have listened to this episode...But are still a little unsure about whether (or not) you are working within your own 'scope of practice' then feel free to reach out.Just send me an email (andy@newgradphysio.com) or reach out on any of my socials here..Instagram or LinkedIn.

If you are not telling your patient...Or at the very least...Trying to answer these 4 questions in the initial assessment...Then you are missing a trick!A big trick!Think back to that last patient that you saw for the first time...That gave you that 'look' to say...I'm not sure.I bet they either lacked the clarity about what their injury was...Or the confidence in you, their physio, and the rehab plan you outlined.Maybe both!If this happens, it is a one way ticket to a poor patient outcome.Learn how to avoid this in this week's podcast episode.Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. Here's an example of me answering these 4 vital patient questions earlier this week with an ACL patient in my private practice clinic.PPS. Want to build your confidence in answering these 4 vital patient questions then just send me a DM or an email, with the word ‘CONFIDENCE’ and I’ll show you exactly how you can install this process quickly into your own practice… And transform your confidence and results with even your most complex patients!You can get me here on Instagram or LinkedIn...Or email me personally at andy@newgradphysio.com

Non-specific diagnoses like 'non-specific low back pain' and hip or shoulder 'impingement' are commonly used in everyday practice...Seemingly more than ever before.But...Whilst the evidence might suggest these are plausible labels for injury...They can cause confusion and poor patient outcomes.Listen to my take on this topic and my general diagnosis rule of thumb on this week's podcast.Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio Mentor PS. In the pod I made reference to ways to get around not having a clear and definitive diagnosis...And the need to have a strong rehab planning game-plan! If you'd like to up-skill your own assessment, treatment and rehab game, then head here to find out more!