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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.

3.1 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:
3.1.1. Working with patients to identify the physical problem;
3.1.2. Developing and reviewing treatment programs;
3.1.3. Assisting patients with joint and spinal problems, especially following surgery;
3.1.4. Helping patients' rehabilitation following accidents, injury and strokes;
3.1.5. Supervising physiotherapy assistants;
3.1.6. Writing patient case notes and reports;
3.1.7. Collecting patient statistics;
3.1.8. Educating and advising patients and their care about how to prevent and/or improve conditions;

3.2 Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participating in team
meetings
3.3 Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision
of physiotherapy services
3.4 Supervising and instructing Physiotherapy Aides
3.5 Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCRH-KC.
3.6 Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information
3.7 Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the
3.8 HOD for the ordering of supplies and equipment
3.9 Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit
3.10 Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported
3.11 Maintaining a safe work environment
3.12 Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe
systems of work
3.13 Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.
3.14 Participating in NMCRH-KC Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous
improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.
3.15 Other duties as directed by the HOD or the Medical Director
3.16 Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital
management to comply those requirements
3.17 Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities
3.18 Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures
3.19 Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk
assessments, incident reports
3.20 Comply with Waste management procedures and policies
3.21 Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs
3.22 Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems

Desired Candidate Profile

3.3 Graduate from an approved College or University in Physiotherapy

3.4 Current license in country of origin with HAAD license to practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
3.5 Minimum 2 years’ experience of practice in Physical Medicine
3.6 Excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
3.7 Ability to work in cordial conditions in group practice in a hospital set up and as a member of a team
3.8 Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged/disabled person
3.9 Ability to work with minimal supervision
3.10 Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational
requirements
3.11 Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous
improvement
3.12 Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel