Core Values of Professionalism in Physical Therapy – Flashcards

active acceptance of the responsibility for diverse roles, obligations, and actions of the physical therapist, including self-regulation and other behaviors that positively influence patient/client outcomes, the profession, and health needs of society

primary regard for or devotion to the interest of patients/clients, thus assuming the fiduciary responsibility of placing the needs of the patient/client ahead of the physical therapist's self-interest

the desire to identify with or sense something of another's experience

the concern, empathy, and consideration for the needs and values of others

physical therapy practice that consistently uses knowledge and theory while understanding personal limits, integrates judgement and the patient/client perspective, embraces advancement, challenges mediocrity, and works toward development of new knowledge

steadfast adherence to high ethical principles or professional standards

the commitment to meeting one's obligations to provide effective physical therapy services to individual patients/clients, to serve the profession, and to positively influence the health of society

the promotion of mutual trust between the profession and the large public that necessitates responding to societal needs for health and wellness