Physiotherapist

Overview

• 2.1 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.
• 2.2 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:
• Working with patients to identify the physical problem;
• Developing and reviewing treatment programs;
• Assisting patients with joint and spinal problems, especially following surgery;
• Helping patients' rehabilitation following accidents, injury and strokes;
• Supervising physiotherapy assistants;
• Writing patient case notes and reports;
• Collecting patient statistics;
• 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