Physiotherapist

Role Overview

Physiotherapist at NMC Healthcare. The role treats patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing across all age groups, including children, the elderly, stroke patients and people with sports injuries.

Role Purpose

Assess, treat, and rehabilitate patients with physical disabilities, injuries, pain, and movement disorders by developing individualized treatment plans and helping patients improve mobility, strength, function, and quality of life. Work as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team to restore body systems, in particular the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Treatment

• Identify physical problems in consultation with patients.
• Develop and review treatment programs comprising manual therapy, movement, therapeutic exercise and technological equipment application such as ultrasound.
• Assist patients with joint and spinal problems, especially following surgery.
• Help patients' rehabilitation following accidents, injury and strokes.
• Provide advice on how to prevent and improve conditions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Write patient case notes and reports.
• Collect patient statistics.
• Record and report all adverse clinical events.

Team & Professional Collaboration

• Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participate in team meetings.
• Supervise and instruct physiotherapy assistants and aides.
• Communicate effectively with staff members, health professionals, clients and family regarding physiotherapy service provision.
• Participate in education programs for residents, relatives and staff.
• Consult with staff regarding continuous improvement.

Evidence & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit.
• Participate in continuing education and courses updating physiotherapy techniques and information.
• Participate in the Quality Management System and commitment to continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.
• Review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements.

Equipment & Resources

• Ensure physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained.
• Liaise with the Head of Department for ordering supplies and equipment.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCRH-KC, practicing within the standards and ethics of the physiotherapy profession.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist in ongoing maintenance of a safe workplace through involvement in implementation of safe systems of work.
• Identify and report workplace hazards.
• Notify OSH hazards, incidents, near misses and issues.
• Assist with preparation of risk assessments and incident reports.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures.
• Cooperate with hospital management to comply with OSH requirements.
• Work in accordance with documented OSH procedures and instructions.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Comply with waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH and infection control training programs and mock drills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Department of Health license to practice physiotherapy in UAE.
• Graduate or post-graduate degree from an approved college or university in physiotherapy.
• Minimum 2 years' experience of practice in physical medicine.
• Current license in country of origin with HAAD license to practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• Arabic language advantageous and desirable but not essential.
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in cordial conditions in group practice in a hospital setting and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged and disabled persons.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes.