Physiotherapist

• Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies, 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 stroke
• Writing patient case notes and reports
• Collecting patient statistics
• Educating and advising patients and their cares about how to prevent and/or improve conditions
• Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participating in team meetings
• Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision of physiotherapy services
• Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff
• Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information
• Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the head of department for the ordering of supplies and equipment
• Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit
• Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported
• Maintaining a safe work environment
• Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe systems of work
• Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.
• Participating in Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.
• Other duties as directed by the Head of Department

• 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 stroke
• Writing patient case notes and reports
• Collecting patient statistics
• Educating and advising patients and their cares about how to prevent and/or improve conditions
• Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participating in team meetings
• Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision of physiotherapy services
• Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff
• Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information
• Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the head of department for the ordering of supplies and equipment
• Ensuring Physiotherapy treatments are based on sound evidence of benefit
• Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported
• Maintaining a safe work environment
• Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe systems of work
• Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.
• Participating in Quality Management System and commitment to processes of continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys and needs analysis.
• Other duties as directed by the Head of Department

• Graduate from an approved College or University in Physiotherapy
• Current license in country of origin with DHA license to practice in Dubai, U.A.E.
• Minimum 2 years' experience of practice in Physical Medicine
• Excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work in cordial conditions in group practice in a hospital set up and as a member of a team
• Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged/disabled person
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

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