As a physiotherapist, your resume should balance professionalism with clarity. A reverse-chronological layout works best—highlighting recent clinical roles first. Stick to one page unless you have 10+ years of experience. Use Arial or Calibri at 11pt for body text and 14pt for headers. ATS (applicant tracking systems) can’t process graphics or columns, so keep designs simple. White space is your friend—avoid overcrowding sections with dense text.
Structure sections clearly: Work Experience, Education, Certifications, and Key Skills. Use bullet points with action verbs like 'Assisted', 'Evaluated', or 'Developed'. For example, under 'Work Experience', write 'Designed rehabilitation programs for post-surgery patients'. Avoid jargon like 'musculoskeletal realignment' unless it’s standard in your field.
Common mistakes? Overusing bold or italics. Keep formatting clean. Also, don’t include personal details like marital status or date of birth—these are irrelevant. Tailor your resume to each job. If applying to Roob-Nikolaus, research their focus areas (e.g., sports physiotherapy) and emphasize relevant projects.