Physiotherapist

Physiotherapists treat patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing.

They treat people of all ages including children, the elderly, stroke patients and people with sports injuries.

Physiotherapists work with patients to identify and improve their movement and function.

They help promote their patients' health and wellbeing, and assist the rehabilitation process by developing and restoring body systems, in particular the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

They devise and review treatment programs, comprising manual therapy, movement, therapeutical exercise and the application of technological equipment, e.g. ultrasound.

Physiotherapists also provide advice on how to avoid injury.

Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCRH-KC, and practicing within the standards and ethics of the Physiotherapy profession Typical work activities include:

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Working with patients to identify the physical problem;

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Developing and reviewing treatment programs;

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Assisting patients with joint and spinal problems, especially following surgery;

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Helping patients' rehabilitation following accidents, injury and strokes;

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Supervising physiotherapy assistants;

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Writing patient case notes and reports;

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Collecting patient statistics;

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Educating and advising patients and their care about how to prevent and/or improve conditions

Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participating in team meetings

Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision of physiotherapy services

Supervising and instructing Physiotherapy Aides

Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCRH-KC.

Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information

Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the

HOD for the ordering of supplies and equipment

Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit

Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported

Maintaining a safe work environment

Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe systems of work

Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.

Participating in NMCRH-KC Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.

Other duties as directed by the HOD or the Medical Director

Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements

Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities

Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures

Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports

Comply with Waste management procedures and policies

Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs

Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems

Graduate from an approved College or University in Physiotherapy

Current license in country of origin with HAAD license to practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.

Minimum 2 years’ experience of practice in Physical Medicine

Excellent command of oral and written English.

Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.

Ability to work in cordial conditions in group practice in a hospital set up and as a member of a team

Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged/disabled person

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements

Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement

Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel