Physiotherapist

Overview

• Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCSH-Abu Dhabi, 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;
• 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.
• Supervising and instructing Physiotherapy Aides.
• Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCSH.
• Participating in continuing education and courses updating Physiotherapy techniques and information.
• Ensuring Physiotherapy equipment is adequately maintained and liaising with the HOD 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.
• Know the applicable safety policies and procedures assist with the preparation of those procedures and policies.