PHYSIOTHERAPIST, PHYSIOTHERAPY

Kuching Specialist Hospital; Kuching; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuching Specialist Hospital is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to deliver efficient and effective physiotherapy services. Responsibilities include patient assessments, treatment planning, and education for patients and their families.

The ideal candidate should have a Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy and 2 to 5 years of experience. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential. This role includes working on weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in physiotherapy.
• Specialization in any physiotherapy scope is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing assessment of patients and develop treatment plans.
• Maintain a safe environment for treatment.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Act as a resource person for hospital staff and the public.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic knowledge in physiotherapy

Education

Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

General Description

Responsible to provide efficient and effective physiotherapy services to both in and out patients.

Required to perform evaluations, coordination and implementation of physiotherapy to patients in order to maximize each patient’s functional abilities.

Serve as a patient advocate, assuring that the delivery of physiotherapy meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the services and organization.

Job Description

• Provide proper and ongoing assessment of patients, identify problems and needs, and develop appropriate treatment and discharge plans relative to age, culture, support system and conditions of patients.
• Provide continuity of care.
• Maintain a safe environment for treatment.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Be responsible for assigned work areas.
• Provide coverage on weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.
• Respond positively to doctors' requests.
• Develop objectives and determine short- and long-term goals based on patients/community needs and hospital goals.
• Carry out appropriate and accurate recording of statistical data of the department.
• Practice an efficient billing system.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the working areas.
• Be responsive to requests from the Head of Physiotherapy Service and management.
• Practice effective communication: appropriate and timely communication.
• Practice teamwork and work closely with all staff.
• Act as a resource person to hospital staff and the public in areas related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
• Take responsibility for professional growth and development.
• Maintain a professional code of conduct.
• Maintain good physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health.

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy.
• Knowledge and experience: 2 to 5 years of experience.
• Basic knowledge in physiotherapy.
• Special skills required; specialization in any physiotherapy scope is an advantage.
• Personal attributes: Good communication and interpersonal skills.