I landed multiple job offers after college. I feel that being open and honest about an upcoming medical procedure helped.

Krystal Pulaski. Courtesy of Krystal Pulaski Krystal Pulaski switched her intended career path after soccer injuries led her to physical therapy. Pulaski's honesty about her knee surgery during job interviews helped her secure multiple offers. She chose a physical therapy assistant job in San Marcos, Texas, prioritizing work-life balance. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Krystal Pulaski, a 24-year-old physical therapy assistant who lives in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. It's been edited for length and clarity. I earned a BS in kinesiology in May 2023, and then I graduated with an Associate of Applied Science degree in January 2025. After passing the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) in April 2025, I began applying for physical therapy assistant positions in Texas. I was applying to any job I felt like I'd be a good fit for. The offers started rolling in about three weeks later.