Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Senior Physiotherapist the Physiotherapist is responsible for the administration of physical therapy treatment to patients

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers active and passive manual therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water and electrical modality treatments for admitted children and outpatients
• Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain using intermittent and static treatment equipment
• Instructs, motivates  and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities such as daily living activities
• Fits patients for adjusts, and trains patients in use and care for orthopedic braces, prosthesis and supportive devices such as crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.
• Meets with physiotherapy unit supervisor and others to exchange, discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs
• Gives orientation to new assistant physiotherapists  and directs and gives instructions to same
• Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, etc.
• Keeps records of both admitted and outpatients
• Participates in CE outreach program
• Performs any other related duties assigned to him/her by the Physiotherapy unit Supervisor or Technical Coordinator.

Work Unit:                           

• Physiotherapy

• Physiotherapy unit Supervisor 

Required number

• 01

Qualification

• BA/BSC Degree

Experience

• 2 years and above in related fields