physiotherapist

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Rheumatology
• Sports therapy
• Orthopedics
• Chronic care therapy center
• Geriatrics
• Manipulative therapy
• Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assess patients' physical abilities
• Plan physiotherapy programs
• Select appropriate exercises, apparatus and manipulations
• Maintain clinical and progress reports
• Confer with other health professionals
• Conduct research in physiotherapy
• Teach and/or supervise exercises to patients
• Administer evaluative tests and procedures

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulatory Boards Examination
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Repetitive tasks
• Fast-paced environment
• Walking
• Attention to detail
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan