Physiotherapist Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist to join their team in Abu Dhabi. This opportunity was announced by the hospital on December 22, 2023 with the job ID 186. The incumbent is responsible for providing safe, effective, evidence based and comprehensive physiotherapy services.

Responsibilities of Physiotherapist

• Show a good experience in out-patient rehabilitation and deal with different medical conditions such as musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, burns and other conditions. Assists the senior physiotherapist to ensure the physiotherapy service to the assigned unit/s is efficient and effective.
• Show a good experience in treating post-operative patients, including post orthopedic trauma and elective surgeries.
• Contributes to the sustainable implementation of plans for effective and efficient business and clinical practice and patient satisfaction for the designated unit/units.
• Conduct comprehensive assessment for patients to determine their physical condition and needs. Perform a thorough screening for the red and yellow flags, and refer patients when needed.
• Develop personalized treatment plans that incorporate manual therapy techniques, goal-directed therapeutic exercise and other evidence-based interventions.
• May take responsibility for day-to-day operations of assigned unit/s in the absence of a senior.
• Efficiently utilize the available treatment modalities. Educate patients on injury prevention, self-management strategies and home care program.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patients documentation, including initial evaluation, progress notes, discharge note, multidisciplinary notes, etc.
• Facilitates the delivery of high standard of specialized clinical care of patient’s in the designated unit/s.
• Maintaining and assisting in the enforcement of up-to-date clinical and professional knowledge development.
• Remain updated on the latest evidence-based advancements in the field of physiotherapy, and incorporate best practice into daily patients care.
• Continue an active and flexible team-member who accepts, respects and supports others, and can withstand emerging challenges.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives, as appropriate.

Education & Experience

Following is the eligibility criteria for the role of Physiotherapist at SSMC:

• B.Sc in Physiotherapy.
• Master’s in Rehabilitation Services or relevant clinical Msc in related field. (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience)
• NLT 2 years post graduate experience as a Physiotherapist in a large hospital in relevant experience with patients with same diagnosis seen in acute care hospital or Rehab Facilities)).
• Wide background is preferable. (i.e. ICU, acute medical/surgical, pediatrics.
• UAE National upon completion of internship.
• Current National license.

Physiotherapist, NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi UAE

Associate Administrator Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Abu Dhabi