Physiotherapist

Narayana Health; India; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Health in India is seeking a supervisor to oversee the physical therapy program for disabled, injured or diseased patients. You will coordinate activities, set goals for the PT section within the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department.

The role includes reporting, data compilation, scheduling with physicians, assigning cases to junior therapists, training staff and introducing new techniques. Strong communication, problem solving and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Verbal Ability/Communication skill required.
• Ability to comprehend verbal instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule effectively.
• Ability to think independently and exercise own judgment.

Responsibilities

• To supervise and coordinate activities of the physical therapy program designed to treat disabled, injured or diseased patients.
• To establish goals and policies for the physical therapy section of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department.
• To establish reporting procedures and types of records to be maintained.
• To compile statistical data.
• To consult with physicians regarding treatments and schedules for patients.
• To assign cases to Jr. therapist and specify treatment requirements.
• To observe personnel and evaluate performance.
• To train new personnel and lecture staff.
• To instruct outpatients on home exercises.
• To prepare treatment charges and submit reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Independent judgment

Organization

Job description

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Narayana Health, one of India's largest and World's most economical healthcare service providers is set to emerge as a global industry model for its ability to reconcile quality, affordability, scale, transparency, credibility and sustainable profitability. From 300 beds hospital in 2001, Narayana Health has grown to a 6900 beds healthcare conglomerate in 2014 with 26 hospitals present in 16 Cities within the country and also has International Presence in Cayman.

NH has been known for its cost- cutting approach and ranked 36th among World's 50 Most Innovative Companiesby Fast Companies in 2012. NH has also been a proud recipient of Frost & Sullivan India Healthcare Excellence Awards 2012 in the category Healthcare Service Provider Company of the Year and FICCI Health Care Excellence Award 2012 for Addressing Industry Issues.

Job Purpose:

To supervise and coordinate activities of physical therapy program designed to treat disabled, injured or diseased patients

Job Responsibilities:

• To supervise and coordinate activities of physical therapy program designed to treat disabled, injured or diseased patients.
• To establish goals and policies for the physical therapy section of the physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department
• To establish reporting procedures and types of records to be maintained.
• To compile statistical data from experts.
• To consult with physicians regarding treatments and schedules patients for treatment in accordance with available personnel and equipment.
• To assign cases to Jr. therapist (In case, if any), indicating type and specifications of treatment, type of equipment or therapeutic devices required.
• To observe personnel in performance of duties to evaluate efficiency, skill, abilities and attitudes toward fellow workers and patients for use in recommending personal actions and determining effectiveness of methods.
• To introduce and demonstrate new techniques.
• To observe patients' actions and reactions to prescribed treatment and evaluate progress.
• To train new personnel; lecture students and nurses to discuss and evaluate patients' condition, progress, and plans for further therapy.
• To instruct and demonstrate to outpatients exercises to be performed at home.
• To prepare treatment charges for Financial Management Department for inclusion with patient's charges. Submit annual reports and budget requests.
• To maintain inventories and requisitions supplies and equipment.
• To process requisition repairs for equipment and facilities.
• To design and Implement Community outreach Program.

Candidate Requirements:

• Verbal Ability/Communication Skill: Ability to comprehend verbal instructions given by the supervisor or head of the department.
• To give accurate and tactful explanations to patients. Problem solving/ Decision-making
• To think independently and exercise own judgment.
• Able to work accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions given by the Doctors and the other related departmental personnel.
• Ability to plan & organize ones work schedule effectively.
• Speaking and listening are essential requirements to understand and carry out the instructions given by the supervisors and other related departmental personnel.