Pediatric Physiotherapist – Development & Mobility Leader

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Relocation support

Full healthcare coverage

Job summary

Mediclinic in Dubai seeks a Pediatric Physiotherapist to provide specialized assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation for infants, children and adolescents with developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, and physical conditions.

You will evaluate motor development, improve mobility and coordination, and develop individualized treatment plans to support children’s physical development, independence and quality of life, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and educating families.

Qualifications

• Basic medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Post-qualification certification; Master’s degree in Physiotherapy or a Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Current and in good standing medical license to practice in country of residence.
• Qualification source from North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of infants, children and adolescents, including medical history taking, physical examinations and evaluations of motor development and functional abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized physiotherapy treatment plans based on each child’s clinical needs, developmental stage and rehabilitation goals.
• Provide specialized pediatric physiotherapy using therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, mobility training, balance and coordination exercises, and age-appropriate rehabilitation techniques.
• Assess and treat pediatric conditions, including developmental delays, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, congenital disorders, neurological conditions and musculoskeletal injuries.
• Support children with gross motor delays, impaired mobility, muscle weakness, postural abnormalities and coordination difficulties.
• Provide early intervention physiotherapy to support motor development and improve functional independence.
• Assist children in developing age-appropriate movement skills, including sitting, crawling, standing, walking and other functional activities.
• Educate parents and caregivers on home exercise programs, positioning, handling techniques and strategies to support their child’s development.
• Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment outcomes and adjust treatment plans as required.
• Recommend and support the use of mobility aids, orthotics and adaptive equipment where clinically indicated.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neurologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated multidisciplinary care.
• Participate in clinical education, quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.

Education

Basic medical degree

Master’s degree in Physiotherapy or Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience

Job description

Mediclinic in Dubai seeks a Pediatric Physiotherapist to provide specialized assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation for infants, children and adolescents with developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, and physical conditions.

You will evaluate motor development, improve mobility and coordination, and develop individualized treatment plans to support children’s physical development, independence and quality of life, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and educating families.