Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Physiotherapist?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
It is not a forecast of job losses either.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Physiotherapist
21%
AI or a robot can already do 21% of this job.
#88 / 103
View rankingPhysiotherapist
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Administer manual exercises, massage, or traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength, or decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Direct, supervise, assess, and communicate with supportive personnel.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Confer with the patient, medical practitioners, or appropriate others to plan, implement, or assess the intervention program.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Test and measure patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, or respiratory or circulatory efficiency and record data.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 42% | 28% | +11.8 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- orthopaedic manual physiotherapy
- medical terminology
- emergency surgery
- general medicine
- surgery
- human physiology
- geriatrics
- kinetics
- neurology
- pharmacology
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1123.00· ESCO/ISCO 2264
IS WORK OVER?
Dentist
24%
#82 / 103
View rankingDentist
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Use dental air turbines, hand instruments, dental appliances, or surgical implements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 34% | 28% | +9.5 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cosmetic dental procedures
- surgery
- dentistry science
- clinical disciplines in dentistry
- mouth anatomy
- anaesthetics
- perform oral health diagnosis
- rehabilitate worn dentition
- lead the dental team
- provide periodontal treatment
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2261