Physiotherapist
Work with patients to improve their mobility and quality of life.
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- What's it like to be a Physiotherapist?
- How to become a Physiotherapist
- Latest Physiotherapist jobs
- Top skills and experience for Physiotherapists
- Is Physiotherapist the right role for you?
- Physiotherapist role reviews
What's it like to be a Physiotherapist?
Physiotherapists are health professionals who assess and treat people with a range of physical problems that impact their movement and function.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Assessing and diagnosing a wide range of health conditions and movement disorders.
- Working with clients and health professionals to design an appropriate program of prevention and treatment.
- Prescribing exercises and physical aides to assist with mobility and movement.
How to become a Physiotherapist
To work as a Physiotherapist in Australia, you need to complete an approved tertiary qualification such as a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. This course provides a blend of theory and practical physiotherapy experiences.
- Complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy or Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Alternatively, if you have already completed a science-based tertiary qualification, complete a two-year masters degree in physiotherapy.
- Under Australian law, all Physiotherapists must be registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia before they can practise. Six weeks before graduation, students can apply to register through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- All Physiotherapists registered in Australia must complete 20 hours of Continued Professional Development (CPD) annually. CPD can include attending lectures or conferences, reviewing journals or presenting education sessions at work
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Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Physiotherapists.Latest Physiotherapist jobs on SEEK
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Physiotherapist employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Physiotherapy
AHPRA Registration
Rehabilitation
Private Practice
Allied Health
Pain Management
Exercise Prescription
Evidence Based Practice
Aged Care
Orthopaedics
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Latest Physiotherapist reviews
Mar 2025
Overall, being a physiotherapist is a fulfilling experience that combines the satisfaction of helping people recover and improve their quality of life with the challenges of physical demands and emotional resilience.
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Physiotherapy
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good thingsAs a physiotherapist, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives by helping them recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall mobility. One o...
The challengesWhile physiotherapy is a rewarding profession, it does come with some challenges. One major disadvantage is the physical demands of the job, as therapists often need to assist patients with mobility e...
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Dec 2023
I’ve hated almost every moment. Having wasted so much time hanging on to it haunts me
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Physiotherapy
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeI'm self-employed
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good thingsMeeting nice people, seeing patients gain confidence
The challengesZero upward mobility or career prospects beyond doing the same thing as a clinician over and over again for a very mediocre maximum potential wage or running your own business. It must be one of the o...
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