Physiotherapist, Kaihaumanu koiri
Also known as
- Physio, physical therapist
Physiotherapists assist people to regain strength, movement and function after an injury, disability or health condition. They may advise on how to prevent injuries.
02:01 mins
Your pay could be
$77K
Lower
$96K to $133K
Most common
$151K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Physiotherapists
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends and be on call
- usually work in hospitals and health clinics and may travel locally
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be accurate, safety conscious and communicate well
Tasks
- Develop medical treatment plans.
- Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
- Analyse patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
- Record patient medical histories.
- Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
- Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
- Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.
- Collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment.
- Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.
- Treat patients using physical therapy techniques.
You need a qualification to become a physiotherapist.
You need
- an Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
Te Poari Tiaki Tinana o Aotearoa
Phone Number,04 471 2610
registration@physioboard.org.nz
https://www.physioboard.org.nz/If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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