Resume Skills and Keywords for Physiotherapist

Physiotherapists are specialists in human movement and play an important role in the prevention, identification, evaluation, treatment, and (re)habilitation of people whose mobility and function are endangered or harmed by aging, injury, illnesses, conditions, or environmental factors. Physiotherapists help patients of all ages recover from injuries, reduce pain and stiffness, increase mobility and movement, and improve function and quality of life by addressing physical, psychological, emotional, and social factors. To be successful as a physiotherapist, you should have strong interpersonal skills, good administration skills, and strong knowledge of physiotherapy techniques.

Skills required for a Physiotherapist role

  • Therapy Procedures 
  • CPR Training
  • Pain Management Techniques 
  • Medical Terminology 
  • Anatomy Knowledge 
  • Diagnosis
  • Prognosis
  • Documentation 
  • Treatment Development 

What recruiters look for in a Physiotherapist resume: 

  • Ability to provide physical therapy program as described by a physician's plan of care
  • Knowledgeable in treating patients with therapeutic practices designed to relieve pain, increase mobility, restore normal function, and maintain maximum performance
  • Strong skill set in developing and maintaining individualized care documentation with accuracy and timeliness
  • Ability to collaborate with clinical staff to develop treatment plans that suit the needs of every patient

What can make your Physiotherapist resume stand out:

A strong summary that demonstrates your skills, experience, and background in Physiotherapy

  • A highly motivated individual with a diploma in physiotherapy. Excellent client-facing skills and the ability to work closely with other professionals to assess a patient’s needs and devise a suitable plan. 

Targeted job description 

  • Formulate treatment plans to address the conditions and needs of patients.
  • Conduct complex mobilization techniques.
  • Educate patients, family members, and the community on preventing injuries and living a healthy lifestyle.

Related academic background 

  • Institute of Paramedical Science and Management | Diploma in Physiotherapy 2019 
  • St. Stephen’s College | BSc (Life Sciences) 2018 
  • Army School, Digboi| Higher secondary | 2015 

Sample Resume of Physiotherapist in Text Format

HIMAKSHI TIWARI 

Physiotherapist 

6712456666 | himakshitiwari@gmail.com

56/7, Patel Nagar, New Delhi | Linkedin.com/in/himakshitiwari 

Summary 

A highly motivated individual with a diploma in physiotherapy. Excellent client-facing skills and the ability to work closely with other professionals to assess a patient’s needs and devise a suitable plan. 

EXPERIENCE / INTERNSHIP 

OPD Orthopaedics, New Delhi | Physical Physiotherapist, 2019 

  • Diagnosed, assessed, and treated patients’ physical problems and conditions. 
  • Reviewed training programs that encouraged exercise and movements by the use of various techniques. 
  • Educated patients on how to prevent/improve conditions. 
  • Wrote case notes and reports. Performed tests and measures to identify potential and existing problems. 
  • Restored, maintained, and promoted optimal physical condition and optimal quality of life-related to movement and health. 

Guru Nanak Hospital, New Delhi | Intern, 2018 

  • Obtained patients’ medical history to ensure reliability. 
  • Monitored and recorded patients’ vital signs. 
  • Efficiently communicated patients’ progress notes to the attending physician. 
  • Clean treatment areas and set up therapy equipment. 

EDUCATION 

  • Institute of Paramedical Science and Management | Diploma in Physiotherapy 2019 
  • St. Stephen’s College | BSc (Life Sciences) 2018 
  • Army School, Digboi| Higher secondary  2015 

SKILLS ( TECHNOLOGY / FUNCTIONAL ) 

  • Therapy Procedures 
  • CPR Training
  • Pain Management Techniques 
  • Medical Terminology 
  • Anatomy Knowledge 

PROFESSIONAL ENHANCEMENTS 

Courses / Workshops / Seminars 

  • Human Movement Analysis course from IIP Institute in 2018. 
  • Advanced course in chronic and complex conditions in 2017. 
  • Course in pediatric physiotherapy in 2017. 
  • Course in CPR training from IIP Institute in 2017. 

EXTRA-CURRICULAR 

Volunteering 

  • Volunteered for an awareness program on World Health Day in 2018. 
  • Volunteered for plant a tree campaign in 2017. 
  • Member of ABC NGO from 2016 to 2018. 

Participations 

  • First prize winner in Yoga Competition at Hindu College in 2018. 
  • Second prize winner in Inter-College Music Competition in 2017. 

Languages 

  • English 
  • Hindi 
  • Assamese