• Physiotherapists treat patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing. They treat people of all ages including children, the elderly, stroke patients and people with sports injuries.
• Physiotherapists 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. They devise and review treatment programmes, comprising manual therapy, movement, therapeutical exercise and the application of technological equipment, e.g. IDD therapy. Physiotherapists also provide advice on how to prevent injury.

• Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCRH-DIP, 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

• 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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