A survey of physiotherapist managers in Ireland and their views on the role of Advanced Practice Physiotherapists

IF 1.5 Q3 REHABILITATION Physiotherapy Research International Pub Date : 2023-12-08 DOI:10.1002/pri.2064

M. Ó Mír, M. Casey, Keith M. Smart

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Within the current context of implementation of an Advanced Practice Grade, the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists commissioned a survey of physiotherapy manager opinions regarding the role of Advanced Practice Physiotherapists.The aim of this survey was to explore the views of physiotherapist managers in relation to the characteristics, role, competencies and management of Advanced Practice Physiotherapists (APPs) in Ireland.Physiotherapist managers based in primary and secondary care settings in Ireland were invited to participate in a survey on Advanced Practice. Quantitative data from a custom designed online survey was analysed with descriptive statistics and qualitative data from open‐ended survey questions were analysed using thematic analysis.The response rate to the survey was 32% (24/75). On average, respondents thought that 54% (range: 15%–80%) of an APPs time should be spent in clinical practice and between 17% and 20% variously on managerial and leadership, teaching and education and research and development duties. Four themes were identified from the surveys' open‐ended questions related to the description of APP: ‘Extended scope ‘Advanced clinical training, knowledge, and decision‐making’, ‘Autonomy, independence and responsibility’, and ‘Wider roles’.Irish physiotherapist managers recognised the extended scope of practice, expertise and multiple roles characteristic of APPs. They indicated the need for legislative changes and clarity around governance.

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爱尔兰物理治疗师管理人员及其对高级实践物理治疗师作用的看法调查

在当前实施高级实践等级的背景下，爱尔兰特许物理治疗师协会委托进行了一项关于高级实践物理治疗师角色的物理治疗经理意见调查。本调查的目的是探讨物理治疗师管理人员对爱尔兰高级实践物理治疗师(app)的特征、角色、能力和管理的看法。爱尔兰初级和二级护理机构的物理治疗师经理被邀请参加一项关于高级实践的调查。采用描述性统计分析定制在线调查的定量数据，采用专题分析分析开放式调查问题的定性数据。调查的回复率为32%(24/75)。平均而言，受访者认为应用程序应将54%(范围:15%-80%)的时间用于临床实践，17%至20%的时间用于管理和领导、教学和教育以及研发职责。从调查中与APP描述相关的开放式问题中确定了四个主题:“扩展范围”、“高级临床培训、知识和决策”、“自主、独立和责任”和“更广泛的角色”。爱尔兰理疗师管理人员认识到应用程序的实践范围、专业知识和多重角色特征。他们指出，有必要进行立法改革，明确治理。

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Physiotherapy Research International REHABILITATION-

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3.30

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期刊介绍： Physiotherapy Research International is an international peer reviewed journal dedicated to the exchange of knowledge that is directly relevant to specialist areas of physiotherapy theory, practice, and research. Our aim is to promote a high level of scholarship and build on the current evidence base to inform the advancement of the physiotherapy profession. We publish original research on a wide range of topics e.g. Primary research testing new physiotherapy treatments; methodological research; measurement and outcome research and qualitative research of interest to researchers, clinicians and educators. Further, we aim to publish high quality papers that represent the range of cultures and settings where physiotherapy services are delivered. We attract a wide readership from physiotherapists and others working in diverse clinical and academic settings. We aim to promote an international debate amongst the profession about current best evidence based practice. Papers are directed primarily towards the physiotherapy profession, but can be relevant to a wide range of professional groups. The growth of interdisciplinary research is also key to our aims and scope, and we encourage relevant submissions from other professional groups. The journal actively encourages submissions which utilise a breadth of different methodologies and research designs to facilitate addressing key questions related to the physiotherapy practice. PRI seeks to encourage good quality topical debates on a range of relevant issues and promote critical reflection on decision making and implementation of physiotherapy interventions.