Physiotherapists perform some or all of the following duties:

• Assess patients’ physical abilities using functional and clinical evaluations
• Establish treatment goals based on diagnosis and patient needs
• Design and implement physiotherapy treatment plans including therapeutic exercises, joint mobilization, massage, electrotherapy, and hydrotherapy
• Educate patients on injury prevention and recovery strategies
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Provide home exercise programs and self-management strategies
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain clinical documentation and treatment records
• Develop and deliver health promotion and rehabilitation programs
• Conduct research or provide consulting and education services (in advanced roles)

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A master’s degree in physiotherapy is required.
• Completion of supervised clinical training is required.
• Successful completion of the Physiotherapist Competency Examination (PCE) is required.
• Registration or licensure with a provincial or territorial regulatory body is mandatory in all provinces and territories.
• Without provincial licensure, physiotherapy practice is not permitted.
• Strong demand exists due to aging populations and increased rehabilitation needs.
• Opportunities for private practice and self-employment are available.
• Experience in sports rehabilitation, chronic disease management, and outpatient care improves job prospects.