Physiotherapist

NMC; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the UAE seeks a qualified Physiotherapist to join their multi-disciplinary team in Abu Dhabi. The role involves developing treatment programs, assisting patient rehabilitation, and supervising physiotherapy aides. You will contribute to the ongoing education and ensure treatments are based on sound evidence. A Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and registration are required. Join us to help improve patients' lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and be a registered physiotherapist.
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with patients and health professionals.
• Experience in patient rehabilitation and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Identify physical problems and develop treatment programs.
• Assist patients with joint and spinal problems and supervise assistants.
• Participate in education programs related to physiotherapy techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient rehabilitation

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Registered Physiotherapist

Job description

Typical work activities include:

• working with patients to identify the physical problem;
• developing and reviewing treatment programmes;
• 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 carers about how to prevent and/or improve conditions;

Responsibilities

1. Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation teamand actively participating in team meetings
2. Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision of physiotherapy services
3. Supervising and instructing Physiotherapy Aides
4. Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCSH
5. Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information
6. Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the HOD for the ordering of supplies and equipment
7. Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit
8. Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported
9. Maintaining a safe work environment
10. Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe systems of work
11. Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.
12. Participating in NMCSH Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.
13. Other duties as directed by the HOD or the Medical Director.