Physiotherapist, NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi

NMC Healthcare presently has an opening for qualified and competent candidates for the role of a Physiotherapist. The successful aspirant will work at NMC Specialty Hospital located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. NMC announced this job vacancy on 16 November 2023 and eligible candidates are invited to apply for this position.

Job Purpose of A Physiotherapist

• Physiotherapists treat patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing.
• Work with patients to identify and improve their movement and function. They help promote their patients health and wellbeing and assist the rehabilitation process by developing and restoring body systems, in particular the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Job Duties of A Physiotherapist

• 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.

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate from an approved College or University in Physiotherapy.
• Minimum 2 years of experience of practice in Physical Medicine.
• Current license in country of origin with DOH license to practice in U.A.E.

Knowledge & Skills Desired

• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• 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.

Job ID

• 2361.

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