Physiotherapist Allied Health Practitioner Scope of Practice and registration requirements37

No Scope of Practice Scope of Practice Definition Education Requirements BSc Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy or equivalent and 12 months internship in a hospital Experience Requirements 24 months work experience Examination Requirement s MLD Licensing Exam Other Requirements
Blood test by the Qatari Medical Commission CGS from every jurisdiction registered for past 5 years Certificate of completion of the CPR course offered at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) or other recognised agency

Immigration Requirements
Letter of employment from an employer in Qatar Valid Qatari residence visa Police clearance certificate from the Qatari Ministry of Interior

Supervision Requirements

Physiotherapist

Upon referral or prescription from a physician is permitted to: Assess, diagnose and manage a range of physical problems resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing. Develop and review treatment programs to improve patient movement and function by developing or restoring body systems (in particular the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal; cardiovascular and respiratory systems) Administer treatment, including exercise therapy, massage, manipulation, electro and/or hydro therapy, and the application of technological equipment such as ultrasound Advise patients and their caregivers on how to avoid injury and promote health and well-being

TBA

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PLC minute 3 March 2009 paragraph 8 and based on HMC standards

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