Physical Therapist Duties and Responsibilities: A physical therapist are responsible for helping patients to regain movement and manage pain. Salary: $84,020 annually Education: To become a physical therapist you need a bachelor's degree or professional degree. You also need to meet your states licensing requirements. Demand or Need for this particular career: bachelor's or professional degree Reflection: I would like to become a physical therapist because i like to help out people and this is a pretty good career were i can help people with their pain and movement.