3/20/2024 ROLES OF

PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Professional Practice

Name: Rumesa Bint e Siddiq

Roll no.: 203
Enrollment No.: 06-112201-044
DPT Batch IV
Submitted to: Dr. Sharjeel Tasneem
 ROLES OF PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Aspect Administrator
Scope of Primarily focused on overseeing
Responsibility administrative tasks and functions
within a specific area or department.
Role Focus Administrative tasks related to planning,
organizing, directing, and controlling
resources to ensure smooth operations
and compliance.
Decision Making Typically involved in decision-making
related to administrative processes,
resource allocation, and policy
implementation.
Skill Emphasis Emphasis on organizational and
administrative skills, attention to detail,
communication, and compliance
management.
Focus Area Focuses on administrative functions
such as resource management,
scheduling, compliance, and process
improvement.
Level of May have authority over specific
Authority administrative areas or departments
within an organization.
Role in Typically, a specialist role within an
Organization organization, often reporting to higher-
level management or executives.
Example A hospital administrator overseeing the
operations of a specific department,
such as the physiotherapy department.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ADMINISTRATOR AND MANAGER:
ADMINISTRATION:
“Administration is the skilled process of planning, directing, organizing, and managing human, technical,
environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.”
Manager
Primarily focused on directing and
coordinating resources (human, financial, etc.)
to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
Managing people, projects, and resources to
accomplish strategic objectives and drive
organizational success.
Involved in decision-making related to setting
goals, developing strategies, allocating
resources, and managing personnel to achieve
organizational objectives.
Emphasis on leadership, strategic planning,
delegation, problem-solving, team
management, and decision-making skills.
Focuses on managing people, projects, and
resources to achieve organizational goals,
often across multiple departments or areas.
May have broader authority over personnel,
budgets, and strategic initiatives within an
organization.
Can be found at various levels within an
organization, ranging from frontline
supervisors to senior executives, depending on
the organizational structure.
A department manager responsible for leading
a team of physiotherapists, coordinating
patient care, and achieving departmental
goals.

⎯ Administration includes the management, by individual physical therapists, of resources for patient/client
management and for organizational operations.

Administrator:
“Administrator refers to an individual or individuals who oversee creating and enforcing rules and regulations or those
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in leadership positions who complete important task.”

 ⎯ Administrative responsibilities include planning, communicating, delegating, managing, directing, supervising,
budgeting, and evaluating.

Physiotherapist as an administrator:
“A physiotherapist as an administrator refers to a professional who not only practices physiotherapy but also takes on
administrative roles within a healthcare setting. In this capacity, the physiotherapist manages various aspects of the
physiotherapy department or clinic, ensuring smooth operations and efficient delivery of services.”

⎯ The promotion ladder in clinical facilities involves more administrative responsibilities to the physiotherapist at the
expense of patient care activities.
⎯ These activities are particularly important when the physiotherapist is an owner or partner in an independent
practice.

Administration activities in which Physical Therapists engage:

• Ensuring fiscally sound reimbursement for services rendered
• Budgeting for physical therapist services
• Managing staff resources including the acquisition and development of clinical expertise and leadership abilities
• Monitoring quality of care and clinical productivity
• Negotiating and managing contracts
• Supervising PTAs and other support personnel

Administration issues:
• Time management
• Quality of treatment
• Facility
• Work load
• Reimbursement
• Continue education
• Record keeping

MANAGEMENT:
“Management can be defined as the process of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling resources (such as
human, financial, and material) to achieve organizational goals efficiently and effectively.”

⎯ It involves coordinating the efforts of individuals and groups to accomplish desired objectives within an organization.

Physiotherapist as a manager:
⎯ The role of a physiotherapist as a manager involves overseeing various aspects of the physiotherapy practice or
department to ensure smooth operations, high-quality patient care, and achievement of organizational goals.

Role of a physiotherapist as a manager:

Leadership: Physiotherapists in managerial roles provide leadership to their team, inspiring and motivating them to work
towards common goals and objectives.

Resource Management: They manage resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, finances, and time, to
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optimize efficiency and productivity within the department.

Strategic Planning: Physiotherapist managers participate in strategic planning activities, setting short-term and long-
term goals for the department and developing strategies to achieve them.

Decision Making: They make informed decisions regarding patient care, staffing, budget allocation, and other
operational matters to ensure the best possible outcomes for both patients and the organization.

Staff Development: Physiotherapy managers are responsible for the professional development of their staff, providing
training opportunities, mentorship, and performance feedback to enhance skills and knowledge.

Quality Assurance: They implement quality assurance measures to maintain high standards of care, including developing
and monitoring protocols, conducting audits, and implementing improvements as needed.

Patient Management: Physiotherapist managers oversee patient management processes, ensuring timely and
appropriate scheduling, assessment, treatment, and follow-up care.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: They collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and
ensure an integrated approach to treatment, fostering effective communication and teamwork.

Risk Management: Physiotherapy managers identify and mitigate risks within the department, including patient safety
concerns, regulatory compliance issues, and financial risks.

Functions of a physiotherapist as a manager:

• Planning and organizing departmental activities
• Allocating resources effectively
• Setting goals and objectives for the department
• Monitoring and evaluating performance
• Implementing policies and procedures
• Managing staff and fostering a positive work environment
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Continuously improving processes and services
• Representing the department or organization in external engagements

Management issues:
• Mismanagement
• Poor Performance
• Favoritism
• Power sharing
• Mistrust

REFERENCES:
https://www.coursehero.com/file/96100593/PT-as-Administratorpptx/

https://www.studypool.com/documents/16757250/pt-as-an-administrator-
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