Going back to school is a big decision, especially if you work full time. It means bigger investments of time, energy, and finances — all while still putting in the same amount of effort at work. And when you’re a practicing clinician, your patients’ needs have to remain your top priority. Fitting school responsibilities into your workweek might seem impractical and intimidating.

When you work with FOX Rehabilitation, continuing your education isn’t just a pipe dream. We empower both our patients and our clinicians to do what once seemed impossible.

FOX provides many opportunities to learn more. In fact, one of the qualities we are looking for in job candidates is their eagerness to use the educational resources we provide. When you’re accumulating more clinical instruction, you’ll have more tools to use with your patients. And your possibilities for career advancement will multiply.

Consider Free Educational Options

Furthering your clinical education doesn’t have to impact your financial budget. Many of the resources we provide are free. We want you to have access to the newest interventions and techniques — all from your home computer or phone.

MedBridge: When you work with FOX, you’ll have a free subscription to this huge library of video-based clinical content. You can use MedBridge to tune into a live webinar, prepare for certification testing, or take a course on a particular diagnosis. Downloading the app on your phone is a great way to keep clinical information right at your fingertips.
Fresh FOX Content: Even our job candidates have a ticket to a wealth of clinical expertise. Our blog is written for clinicians by clinicians, about subjects relevant to your day-to-day practice. You can explore a wide variety of topics through videos, podcasts, webinars, and articles.

Make Your Educational Goals Public

In the clinical rehabilitation world, there are many paths to further your formal education: a master’s degree, clinical doctorate, Ph.D., or EdD. You should spend plenty of time researching your choices and deciding which avenue best meets your professional objectives. And now, the possibilities for online programs are endless. You don’t have to commute or be in a physical classroom at designated times.

When you decide you want to pursue an advanced degree, tell us about it. Your directors will prove to be your biggest supporters. They want to see you succeed and will jump at the chance to offer practical and moral support. Chances are that one of your directors has already been through a similar program (or knows someone who has) and can offer advice and encouragement.

Sharing your goals and plans with your support system builds accountability. When others check in to see how your program is going, you’ll be more motivated. Your educational decisions can also inspire your fellow clinicians. You may even find others on your team have the same goals but have been on the fence about starting. Being willing to open up about your plans can give them the nudge they need.

Create a Work Schedule That Supports Your School Schedule

What good is starting a rigorous educational program when you don’t have the time to do the work? Not all work environments can practically support clinicians in their desire to go back to school. Many settings require working evenings and weekends. Scheduling flexibility (or lack thereof) can make or break your decision.

One of the biggest benefits of working with FOX is the ability to build your own work schedule. Our home visit model of care puts you in charge. You’re free to set up their appointments in a way that works for you. That makes all the difference when you’re balancing work and school.

Each semester is likely to be a little different, and with FOX, you can adapt and adjust. If you’re enrolled in an online program, it might be best to only workdays and save evenings for school responsibilities. If you’re attending classes during the day, you can schedule patient appointments around them.

Having the autonomy to design your workdays gives you control. It’s our mission to provide you with the freedom and respect you deserve to achieve your goals, educational and otherwise.

Revise Your School Plan As Needed

You may have dreamed about clinical research and a future in academia. And then over time, it might become clear that you want to stay in work that directly touches patients. Coming up with a new plan may be inevitable.

After all, as you spend more time in practice with patients, you’ll learn more about yourself. You’ll discover what parts of your job you just tolerate and what parts you feel deeply passionate about. Certain patients’ lives and diagnoses will make impressions on you. And you’ll observe other clinicians in different roles and find yourself pulled in their direction.

It’s ok to change your mind and your path. Lean on your directors to advise you. They’ll notice your natural inclinations and abilities. They can put you in contact with others who have walked the path before you.

Continuing Your Clinical Education is Good For Everyone

At FOX, we know that when you work toward personal goals, we all win. You’ll be able to keep challenging yourself and growing. Your patients benefit by having a relationship with a clinician who is always adding to their skill set with more education. And FOX as a whole reaps rewards.

We’ve expanded our practice into 22 states — and we’re not done. Just like you, we aren’t satisfied with where we are today. And just like you, we’ll keep learning, growing, and touching the lives of more patients.

Grow your career and further your education with FOX

If you’re thinking about making a clinical education goal a reality, you’ll find support with FOX. Ready to get started? Let’s talk.