Physiotherapist

Key responsibilities

• Patient assessment and diagnosis:

  Conduct physical examinations to diagnose a patient's condition and create a personalized treatment plan.

• Treatment implementation:

  Use a range of techniques, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities like ultrasound, to improve a patient's mobility, strength, and function.

• Patient education:

  Educate patients and their families on their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for self-management to prevent future injuries or recurrences.

• Interdisciplinary collaboration:

  Work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the physiotherapy plan is integrated into the patient's overall care.

• Record keeping:

  Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting treatment, progress, and outcomes according to professional standards.

• Specialized care:

  Provide treatment for a wide variety of conditions across different departments, such as orthopedics, neurology, cardiology, and pediatrics.

Essential skills and qualifications

• Professional degree:

  A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is required, and a Master's degree (MPT) may be preferred for specialist roles.

• Licensing:

  Must be licensed to practice in India.

• Clinical skills:

  Strong diagnostic, treatment, and patient management skills are essential.

• Communication skills:

  Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and the healthcare team.

• Problem-solving:

  Capability to develop creative solutions and adapt treatment plans as needed.