Physiotherapist

1. Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCSH-Al-Ain, and practicing within the standards and ethics of the Physiotherapy profession Typical work activities include:

• working with patients to identify the physical problem; 

• developing and reviewing treatment programmes; 

• assisting patients with joint and spinal problems, especially following surgery; 

• helping patients rehabilitation following accidents, injury and strokes; 

• supervising physiotherapy assistants; 

• writing patient case notes and reports; 

• collecting patient statistics;

• educating and advising patients and their carers about how to prevent and/or improve conditions; 

  1. Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team  and actively participating in team meetings

  2. Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision of physiotherapy services

  3. Supervising and instructing Physiotherapy Aides

  4. Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCSH

  5. Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information

  6. Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the HOD for the ordering of supplies and equipment

  7. Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit

  8. Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported 

  9. Maintaining a safe work environment 

  10. Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe systems of work 

  11. Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.

  12. Participating in NMCSH Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.

Other duties as directed by the HOD or the Medical Director