Overview





Job and Responsibilities of a Physiotherapist:



Work with the patient's doctor for referrals, notes, and medical history



Work with patients who have a range of conditions, including neurological, cardiovascular and respiratory



Diagnose, assess and treat their physical problem/condition



Create and implement treatment care plans tailored to each patient's needs



Review and evaluate patient through tests, movements, and conversation



Educate patients and their carers about how to prevent and/or improve conditions



Schedule exercises and therapies for the patient



Observe and review patient progress



Document patient medical progress and treatment; record notes to update medical conditions



stay up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patients

Physiotherapy is one of the growing sectors of health care. Physiotherapy can be a rewarding profession, but can be difficult as well. The field is opened by new and tremendous scope. The practice of physiotherapy is devoted to movement sciences & it concerned with the function of the body systems.







Eligibility

Skills Required

The candidate must have the patience for treating the patients

Scientific knowledge and Technical skill

Quick problem solving skills

Good communication skills

Administrative skills

Ability to handle the pressure

Team work skills

How to be there?

10+2 examinations with physics, chemistry and biology (science stream) from a recognized educational Board

Get admission in the Bachelor of physiotherapy. This is a four year course with a 6-month internship.

After completion of the training you can start looking for a job in the public or private sector. After having a good experience, you can start your private practice too.

Work Hours The work hours depend on the institutions your work with. If you are doing private practice, then you decide your working hours. Salary Though salaries vary by location and institution, but the average salary offered to these professionals is between INR 25,000 to 30,000 per month and increase with the experience of the candidates. Generally, the private hospitals pay more than the government hospitals. Scope The health sector is growing rapidly and physiotherapy is one of the growing sectors in health care. The aspirants can find job in community health centres, mental health centres, nursing homes/private care centres, rehabilitation centres, sports clinics, fitness centres, government or private hospitals, the Institute for the Physically Handicapped, Defense establishments, teaching establishments etc.

After having some years of experience and a good reputation, one can start his own private practice also. Pros and Cons Pros

Increase in the job opportunities





Good Salary





Can start your own practice





In-Demand Career Field





The physiotherapist called as a doctor



Cons

Long working hours





Need a long time study





Need to stay updated





Need to stay physically fit

A physiotherapist is a health professional who assesses and treats people who are suffering physical problems caused by disease, injury, illness or ageing. Using non-surgical procedures they aim to lessen pain, improve movement, and restore functionality as much as possible. A physiotherapist uses a range of treatment techniques and therapies in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients.A degree in Physiotherapy (Bachelor or Master) + 6 months of internship is must for this career. The aspirants must have passed the 10+2 examinations with physics, chemistry and biology (science stream) from a recognized educational Board with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC) marks.A one year Diploma in Physiotherapy will also grant access into BPT physiotherapy courses.