Physiotherapy Officer

Overview

As a member of the Canadian Forces Health Services team, Physiotherapy Officers assess, educate and treat Forces members for musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. They develop treatment plans for orthopaedic, cardio‑respiratory, neuro‑musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy issues, with the objective of returning members to active duty.

Duties and Responsibilities

Physiotherapy Officers conduct injury assessments and create treatment plans while providing guidance on:

• Worksite assessments and industrial ergonomics
• Injury prevention
• Health promotion
• Sports injury education
• Pre‑deployment education
• Reconditioning programs

Work Environment

Physiotherapy Officers work in a physiotherapy clinic of a Health Care Centre with other military health team members. They use manual therapy and soft‑tissue techniques, and have access to physical agents such as cold...