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physiotherapist

Physiotherapists are autonomous health professionals who are responsible for developing, maintaining or restoring motor function and movement throughout the lifespan using evidence-based practice.

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DESCRIPTION

Physiotherapists are autonomous health professionals who are responsible for developing, maintaining or restoring motor function and movement throughout the lifespan using evidence-based practice. They relieve pain and treat or prevent physical conditions associated with injury, disease or other impairments. Physiotherapists empower patients and their carers to manage the condition outside clinical settings. They work within their scope of practice and their professional Code of Conduct.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
psychiatry
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
sport and exercise medicine

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
comply with quality standards related to healthcare practice
contribute to continuity of health care
OPTIONALOptional competences
apply acupuncture
prescribe medication

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Skills overview

98total
90 essential
8 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
2
Skills
4

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Quick insight

This role requires 90 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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