Boards, Ethics, and Big Moves: A PTA’s Blueprint for Career Expansion

Your Physical Therapist Assistant career can be bigger than a job title—and Sara Conrad is living proof. Sara shares how she built a career blending outpatient ortho, sports performance, ethics, leadership, and education while staying rooted in patient care.

You’ll hear:

• How Sara found the PTA path through a truly nonlinear journey
• What licensure boards actually do (and how they differ from association work)
• How FSBPT involvement can open doors for PTAs
• Why ethics and leadership aren’t “extra”—they’re part of practicing well
• How to take the first step if “boards and legislation” sounds intimidating

Guest

Sara Conrad, PTA, ART — Twin Cities Orthopedics Twin Cities Orthopedics

Resources Mentioned

• Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy — Sara’s bio mn.gov // Minnesota's State Portal
• Paradis Sport — Sara’s feature Paradis Sport+1
• APTA — Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession (effective Jan 1, 2026) American Physical Therapy Association+1
• Afton Trail Run interview (2019 Afton 50K Winner) Afton Trail Run

Connect with Sara

• LinkedIn: LinkedIn