Physiotherapist

The Association Of People With Disability; Palakkad; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Association Of People With Disability in Shorapur seeks a dedicated Physiotherapist to deliver community-based rehabilitation and clinical services. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy for children and adults with disabilities, in collaboration with local teams and caregivers.

This full-time role requires strong clinical skills, ability to work in community settings, and willingness to travel within the project area.

Qualifications

• BPT is mandatory for the role.
• MPT is preferred to support advanced rehabilitation.
• Registration with the State Physiotherapy Council is preferred.
• 0–1 years of experience in physiotherapy or rehabilitation services.
• Experience with NGOs/CBR/disability programs is desirable.
• Fresh graduates with interest in community rehabilitation are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Rehabilitation assessments and develop plans for children and adults with disabilities.
• Deliver physiotherapy interventions across community settings and centers.
• Promote independence and community participation in beneficiaries.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and caregivers for optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare therapy notes and reports.
• Train parents and caregivers in home-based therapy and daily living activities.
• Participate in camps, assessments, and assistive device referrals as needed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Pediatric rehab

Communication skills

Documentation

MS Office

Travel willingness

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)

Registration with State Physiotherapy Council

Tools

MIS

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Physiotherapist

Location

Shorapur

Job Type

Full time

Responsibilities

• Rehabilitation and Community-Based Rehabilitation
• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for children and adults with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans based on functional needs.
• Provide physiotherapy interventions for neurological, developmental, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal conditions and also address the needs of 21 disabilities.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans based on regular evaluations.
• Deliver physiotherapy services at Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRCs), schools, Anganwadi Centers, and beneficiaries homes.
• Promote functional independence and community participation of persons with disabilities.
• Support disability inclusion initiatives within the community.
• Caregiver and Family Empowerment
• Train parents and caregivers in home-based therapy, positioning, handling, transfers, mobility, and daily living activities.
• Develop easy-to-follow home exercise programs.
• Strengthen caregiver confidence to continue rehabilitation independently.
• Early Identification and Early Intervention
• Screen children aged 0-8 years for developmental delays and disabilities.
• Provide early intervention services to enhance developmental outcomes.
• Assistive Devices and Accessibility
• Refer and Assess beneficiaries for appropriate assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, standing frames, orthoses, and adaptive equipment along with AAT team.
• Participate in assessment camps and assistive device distribution programs.
• Educate beneficiaries and caregivers on the proper use and maintenance of assistive devices.
• Coordination and Networking
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Special Educators, Psychologists, Medical Officers, and Community Coordinators.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate beneficiary records, assessment reports, therapy notes, and follow-up documentation.
• Update beneficiary information in the organizations MIS.
• Submit monthly reports, field visit reports, and program updates on time.
• Monitoring and Quality Improvement
• Participate in case reviews, supervision visits, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and rehabilitation standards.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, learning, and documentation of program outcomes.

Requirements

• Educational Qualification
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Mandatory.
• Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) - Preferred.
• Registration with the State Physiotherapy Council (preferred).
• Experience
• 0 to 1 years of experience in physiotherapy or rehabilitation services.
• Experience working with NGOs, Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR), Early Intervention, pediatric rehabilitation, or disability programs are desirable.
• Fresh graduates with a strong interest in community rehabilitation are encouraged to apply.
• Essential Skills
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Knowledge of pediatric, neurological, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in community settings.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office and MIS).
• Willingness to travel extensively within the project area.
• Commitment to disability inclusion, community participation, and a rights-based approach.