Physiotherapy assistant, Kaiāwhina haumanu tinana
Also known as
- Physio assistant, physical therapy assistant, physiotherapist aide, rehabilitation assistant, chiropractic assistant
Physiotherapy assistants work with physiotherapists to help people recover from illness and injuries and manage health conditions.
Your pay could be
$72K
Lower
$76K to $83K
Most common
$87K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Physiotherapy assistants
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends and be on call
- usually work at hospitals and health centres and may travel locally
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be safety conscious, methodical and communicate well
Tasks
- document client health or progress
- record patient medical histories
- engage patients in exercises or activities
- encourage patients during therapeutic activities
- monitor patient progress or responses to treatments
- prepare medical reports or documents
- communicate patient status to other health practitioners
- clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms
- clean medical equipment
- train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses
Social
Practical
Creative
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- experience in similar work
- to pass a police check
- a First Aid Certificate
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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