Physiotherapist (Preferred Immediate Joiners)

Amana Healthcare Bahrain; Capital Governorate; On-site; BHD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Amana Healthcare Bahrain is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to assess, plan, and deliver evidence-based care in a long-term care hospital setting. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote mobility, independence, and quality of life for patients with chronic conditions and post-surgical needs.

Key responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, delivering manual therapy and exercise programs, and supporting mobility aids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid NHRA license as a Physiotherapist.
• 6–8 years' clinical experience, preferably in long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute hospital settings.
• Experience with neurological and geriatric populations is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for patients with chronic conditions, neurological impairments, musculoskeletal disorders, and post-surgical needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and set measurable goals in collaboration with patients, families, and the MDT.
• Deliver interventions such as manual therapy, exercise programs, mobility training, respiratory physiotherapy, and use of rehabilitation equipment.
• Support patients with mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics, orthotics) and train them in safe use.
• Provide rehabilitation for patients with long-term conditions (stroke, spinal cord injury, TBI, degenerative diseases).
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as required.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Empathy

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

The Physiotherapist will be responsible for assessing, planning, and providing evidence-based physiotherapy care to patients in a long-term care hospital setting. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to promote patient mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for patients with chronic conditions, neurological impairments, musculoskeletal disorders, and post-surgical needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and set measurable goals in collaboration with patients, families, and the MDT.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, exercise programs, mobility training, respiratory physiotherapy, and use of electrotherapy/rehabilitation equipment.
• Support patients with mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics, orthotics) and train them in safe use.
• Provide rehabilitation for patients with long-term conditions (stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, degenerative diseases).
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as required.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on rehabilitation techniques, safe mobility, and long-term condition management.
• Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care by liaising with community services where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in line with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, health & safety, and quality standards of the hospital.
• Contribute to continuous professional development (CPD) and participate in in-service training, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of physiotherapy protocols, policies, and rehabilitation pathways for the long-term care hospital.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid NHRA license as a Physiotherapist.
• Minimum 6–8 years’ clinical experience, preferably in long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute hospital settings.
• Experience with neurological and geriatric patient populations highly desirable.
• Familiarity with modern physiotherapy techniques, rehabilitation equipment, and patient-centered care models.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Empathy, patience, and sensitivity to the needs of long-term care patients.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.