The daily professional life of a physiotherapist is similar to that of other healthcare professionals. They have series of appointments with different clients, during which they offer customized treatment options in order to address physical issues. Depending on whether they work in a clinic or offer private therapy, physiotherapists may have set hours or work under a flexible schedule which varies day-to-day. During appointments, a physiotherapist will meet with a client to discuss their needs and devise a treatment plan specifically for them. There is also an administrative competent, as physiotherapists need to keep detailed patient records and treatment logs, sometimes also processing insurance claims. Physiotherapists need to maintain a safe and sterile environment, cleaning after every patient and preparing for the next.

• Schedule appointments and follow-ups with patients
• Meet with new patients and assess their therapy and treatment needs
• Design custom treatment and rehab plans specifically targeting patient needs
• Perform physiotherapy treatments and exercises on patients
• Teach patients how to properly perform treatments and exercises
• Use equipment such as ultrasounds and heating pads for diagnosis and treatment
• Update patient records and treatment logs
• Research new physiotherapies and treatment options
• Travel to patient location to provide one-on-one care
• Re-assess existing patients and alter rehab plans as necessary

Physiotherapists require an in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and the latest therapy techniques. A University degree and a provincial license from the correct regulatory organization are required in most Canadian jurisdictions. For example, passing the Physiotherapy Competency Exam (PCE) administered by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario is required to be a licensed physiotherapist in the province of Ontario.

Physiotherapists are recruited by private clinics in the healthcare sector.

The long-term employment outlook for physiotherapists is considered fair to good. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, well below the national average. Over the next 10 years, there are predicted to be 13,600 open physiotherapy job roles and 11,000 qualified job seekers looking to enter the profession.

A physiotherapist works in private clinics, offices and healthcare facilities. Physiotherapists can work in conjunction with related professionals in a shared space, or open their own private clinic. They can also offer mobile services to clients in their own homes.

According to the CNP code (national classification of occupations), here are the additional titles for a physiotherapist:

• physical therapist
• registered physiotherapist
• research physiotherapist