Physical Therapist

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Sports therapy
• Orthopedics
• Geriatrics
• Manipulative therapy
• Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulatory Boards Examination
• Gunn IMS (intramuscular stimulation) certified
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication