Job Description

Supports the provision of safe, effective, evidence-based and comprehensive physiotherapy services, under the supervision of a Registered Physiotherapist

• Assists with elements of assessment as directed by registered physiotherapists e.g.

measurements for equipment provision

• Provides physiotherapy treatment programs under direction from the registered physiotherapists using evidence-based protocols/guidelines

• Monitors patients’ progress and adapts treatment programs as agreed with registered physiotherapists and ensures they are updated accordingly

• Provides patient education and maintenance of equipment as necessary within manufacturers guidelines

• Communicates effectively with patients and registered physiotherapists to progress rehabilitation and treatment programs

• Maintains documentation of any relevant clinical information

• Assists with administrative/operational as directed by supervisor/senior physiotherapist for departmental efficiency

• Ensures awareness and alignment with vision, mission, values, national licensing, organizational & departmental policies, clinical guidelines, mandatory competencies (e.g. Basic Life Support, Infection Control, Fire Safety, etc.) and SSMC compliance guidelines (as below)Maintaining and assisting in the enforcement of up-to-date clinical and professional knowledge development, according to organizational/unit/s requirements (e.g. minimum of CPD / CME hours per year required for re-licensing)

Accountabilities

• Maintains Compliance with scope of practice

Experience :-

Required:

• NLT 2 years postgraduate experience as a physiotherapy technician in relevant experience with patients with same diagnosis seen in acute care hospital or Rehab Facilities.

Desired:

• N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• N.A.

Desired:

• N.A.

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality-specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.