When ending an employment relationship, employers must follow a fair and lawful process. 

Unfair dismissal claims are one of the most common matters handled by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) and the consequences of getting it wrong can be significant—both to an employer’s finances and to their reputation. 

Ahpra’s annual report for 2023–24 shows that 320 notifications were made about physiotherapists—an increase of nearly 45 per cent compared to the previous year. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming integrated into everyday healthcare, thanks to its potential to transform and support new ways of working. 

How does the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) affect our physiotherapy skills? 

AI presents a fascinating paradox for physiotherapists— incredible opportunities for advancement alongside potential risks to fundamental clinical abilities. 

As we begin the new year, it’s a good time to reflect on the significant changes to Australia’s workplace laws. 

Last year there were a number of amendments to the Fair Work Act 2009, affecting employers and employees alike. 

These changes were in areas such as casual employment, the introduction of the right to disconnect and the definitions of employment and independent contracting.

Even the most diligent and experienced physiotherapist can face a claim—and the same is true of your practice. 

Your practice has its own liability exposure, which means it can be held liable for any harm caused to clients, patients, suppliers or members of the public due to its professional services or business activities.

Trying to be everything to everyone can stretch even the most dedicated leader too thin. 

Physiotherapists are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to handle vast amounts of information, including client records. 

Since the widespread launch of ChatGPT, the free artificial intelligence (AI) program that swept the world in 2023 with its apparent ability to provide answers to any question posed, write essays and documents on command and even write novels based on a few prompts, people have been wondering how it will affect their own work.