Physiotherapist
Description of Tasks
Physiotherapists assess, plan, and participate in rehabilitative programmes in order to help patients or injured persons improve or restore movement ability, as well as help them relieve pain. They are responsible for diagnosing patients' dysfunctional movements by conducting physical examination and studying the results of laboratory and imaging findings of X-rays, CT-scan, or MRI, discussing the proposed treatment with patients, identifying possible risks, expected benefits, and any reasonable alternatives. They evaluate patients' progress and modify the treatment plan when necessary.
Therapy & counselling knowledge and skills
Physiotherapists must have knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical dysfunctions, and for counselling and guidance.
Minimum Requirements
- A bachelor of science degree in physiotherapy.
- Must be registered Physiotherapists under the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance and hold a valid practicing certificate issued by the Supplementary Medical Professions Council of Hong Kong