Physiotherapist

Asia Physio

Enthusiastic Hybrid Physiotherapist providing care in Asia Physio's winter clinics. Work independently and manage a variety of musculoskeletal injuries while enjoying Japan's ski lifestyle.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeNiseko • 🇯🇵 JapanJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Ray

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently assess, treat, and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, with a focus on ski and snowboard-related conditions, including a high volume of acute knee injuries (e.g., ACL ruptures)
Independently facilitate onward imaging (e.g., MRI/X-ray) as required
Rebook follow-up appointments and help manage practitioner diaries
Maintain accurate and timely clinical notes and patient records
Deliver evidence-based practice with clinical supervision
Perform therapeutic and sports massage therapy to support patient recovery and rehabilitation
Greet patients, assist with check-ins, and provide a welcoming clinic environment
Assist with customer service inquiries and off the shelf product recommendations to walk-in clients
Facilitate patient transport as required
Maintain stock levels and assist in clinic stock reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor or Master's Degree in Physiotherapy ( qualified/registered in Australia, New Zealand or the UK is highly regarded )
Minimum 1 year of experience as qualified physiotherapist ( outside of university placements ) in private practice, sports settings, and/or treating musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment
A proactive, customer-first attitude with a willingness to help in all aspects of the clinic
Fluent in English (verbal/written)
Adaptable and comfortable living in shared accommodation
Eligible for a Working Holiday Visa or valid work permit in Japan (please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before submitting your application)
Eligible for an International Driving Permit in Japan

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work, live and gain experience in Japan’s top ski destinations
Join a team who made the mountains their workplace and the winter season their way of life
Exposure to a high volume of snow sport-related injuries, particularly knee injuries (e.g., ACL ruptures)
Hands-on mentorship from experience physiotherapists
Opportunity to work alongside globally renowned sports medicine practitioner Dr Tom Cross in managing acute ACL ruptures using the Cross Bracing Protocol
Company-wise insurance for practising physiotherapists
Competitive seasonal pay with performance-based bonuses, plus full training and onboarding
Balanced shifts (8:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-8:00pm) so you can enjoy the snow and lifestyle
Staff accommodation available close to work and ski lifts
Organised transport to help access shops and towns
Visa support and assistance settling into life in Japan
Plus social activities, staff parties and dinners!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Assessment And Treatment Of Musculoskeletal InjuriesClinical Note MaintenanceEvidence-Based PracticePatient RehabilitationImaging Facilitation (MRI/X-Ray)

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsEffective Communication SkillsProactive Customer-First AttitudeAdaptabilityTeam-Oriented

Certifications

Registered Physiotherapist In Australia, New Zealand, Or The UKEligible For Working Holiday Visa In JapanEligible For International Driving Permit In Japan