Physiotherapists plan and apply massage, promote and encourage movement and exercise, use hydrotherapy, electro-therapy and other technological equipment in the treatment of a wide range of injuries, diseases and disabilities in order to assist rehabilitation by developing and restoring body systems.

Entry Reqirements

Honours, Bachelor's degree

Typical Tasks

• Monitors patient’s progress and liaises with others concerned with the treatment and rehabilitation of patient, and refers patients requiring other specific medical attention.
• Supervises physiotherapy assistants.
• Offers advice and education on how to avoid injury and promote patient’s future health and well-being.
• Explains treatment to and instructs patient in posture and other exercises and adapts treatment as necessary.
• Plans and undertakes therapy to improve circulation, restore joint mobility, strengthen muscles and reduce pain.
• Writes up patients’ case notes and reports, maintains their records and manages caseload.
• Examines medical reports and assesses patient to determine the condition of muscles, nerves or joints in need of treatment.

Desired Skills

Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Speaking, Monitoring, Writing, Active Learning, Learning Strategies, Mathematics, Science