Professions
animal physiotherapist
ESCO
Animal physiotherapists provide a therapeutic treatment following veterinary diagnosis or referral. They concentrate on the application of physical therapy and exercise procedures to support animal rehabilitation after a surgery or an injury, aiming to return the animals to normal function and/or maintain performance in accordance with national legislation.
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biosecurity related to animals
Required
manage animal biosecurity
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assess the animal’s rehabilitation requirements
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signs of animal illness
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animal welfare legislation
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protect health and safety when handling animals
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physiology of animals
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prepare animal therapy equipment
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environmental enrichment for animals
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manage animal welfare
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apply safe work practices in a veterinary setting
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plan physical rehabilitation of animals
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apply animal hygiene practices
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manage personal professional development
Required
handle veterinary emergencies
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monitor the welfare of animals
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anatomy of animals
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use physiotherapy for treatment of animals
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animal behaviour
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advise on animal welfare
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deal with challenging people
Required
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