In-house Physiotherapist (Health Keeper)
きぎょうないりりょうしへるすきーぱー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who provides physiotherapy care such as massage and stretching within a company to maintain and promote employees' physical health.
Description
In-house Physiotherapists (Health Keepers) detect employees' physical ailments early as part of the company's health management initiatives and provide appropriate physiotherapy services. They primarily perform treatments such as massage, stretching, and myofascial release to support shoulder stiffness, low back pain, and fatigue recovery. They also offer exercise guidance and posture improvement advice to employees, and may propose improvements to the workplace environment. Collaborating with occupational physicians and public health nurses, they manage and report health records, contributing to the company's overall health promotion.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of work-style reforms and health management, the need for employee health management within companies is increasing. Demand for in-house physiotherapists is expected to grow in the future.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Good Listener / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / On-site Assignment / Part-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Physiotherapist → In-house Physiotherapist (Health Keeper) → Physiotherapy Team Leader → Industrial Health Team Manager → Health Management Consultant
Required Skills
Anatomy and Physiology / Communication Skills / Health Status Assessment and Record Keeping / Massage Techniques / Stretching Instruction
Recommended Skills
Exercise Instructor Qualification / Health Management Support / Mental Health Care / Simple Measuring Device Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid treatment errors or excessive pressure. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for checking conditions before and after treatments and providing guidance. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to acquire new physiotherapy techniques and health management methods. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of treatment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focus is on physical observation and treatment rather than numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Acupuncturist License (National Qualification)
- Anma-Massage-Shiatsu Practitioner License (National Qualification)
- Moxibustion Practitioner License (National Qualification)
Aliases
- Health Keeper
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