Senior Physical Therapist – Neurorehabilitation

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-Class facilities

Career growth opportunities

Tax-free salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Job summary

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Physical Therapist with a neurorehabilitation focus. You will evaluate patients, design and implement PT programs, and drive restoration of function while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Physical or Occupational Therapy, with a Neurorehabilitation subspecialty preferred. Four years as Senior PT or equivalent is expected, plus CME hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy is required.
• Preferred sub-specialty: Neurorehabilitation; musculoskeletal may be considered.
• Senior PT: minimum four years as Senior Physical Therapist or equivalent grade.
• Average annual performance appraisal score of 3.5 or higher for last four years; CME hours requirement.

Responsibilities

• Conducts PT evaluation of patients referred by physicians.
• Develops and implements PT programs to maximize function and reduce disability.
• Promotes restoration of physical, functional, psychosocial abilities and assists in disability adjustment.
• Instructs and mentors junior Physical Therapists and assistants.

Skills

Clinical PT evaluation

PT program development

Interdisciplinary communication

Mentoring staff

Quality improvement planning

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Physical or Occupational Therapy

Neurorehabilitation subspecialty

Job description

Join King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh as a Senior Physical Therapist – Neurorehabilitation

Why Join KFSH&RC?

• World-Class Facilities – Work in a cutting-edge medical center.
• Career Growth – Access professional development, research opportunities, and mentorship programs.
• Competitive Benefits – Tax-free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

We are looking for hard-working & adventurous candidates who wish to advance their careers by joining overseas hospitals to gain international experience.

Summary

Conducts Physical Therapy (PT) evaluation of patients referred by the Hospital’s physicians. Develops and implements PT programs. Promotes the restoration of physical, functional, psychosocial abilities and aids in the adjustment to disability. Assists in the training of Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistants.

Education / Qualification Required:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational or Physical Therapy is required
• Preferred sub-specialty: Neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal

Experience Post Post-Qualifications:

• Physical Therapist: Minimum Two (2) years of related experience with Master’s, or four (4) years with Bachelor’s is required.
• Senior Physical Therapist: Minimum Four (4) years as Senior Physical Therapist, or (Grade 09) related experience is required.
  • Average of annual performance appraisal at least (3.5) for the last four (4) years
  • One hundred (100) hours of cumulative continued medical education [CME].

License:

Valid and in a good standing License in current country of practice.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews PT request and patient’s records to determine nature of therapy to be given.
• Performs objective clinical assessment to determine treatment goals and objectives.
• Plans and administers PT programs to patients to maximize function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Develops treatment protocols and home programs, as appropriate.
• Administers treatments involving application of physical agent, modalities as well as manual therapy techniques as indicated. Supervises execution of treatment plan by subordinate personnel.
• Evaluates and records effects of treatments, response, and progress.
• Consults with physician and other healthcare personnel regarding treatment objectives. Liaises with and acts as a resource for other healthcare personnel regarding issues relating to PT.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in home program for improving functional activities and self-care.
• Provides peer review to staff physical therapist rotating through area of specialty and provides information for their performance evaluations.
• Incorporates quality improvement strategies in clinical practice.
• Follows all Hospital’s related policies and procedures.
• Participates in self and others’ education, training, and development, as applicable.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements