Physical Therapist

Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Reporting To: Manager (Department)

Position

The Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, adheres to the

organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant Summary

policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Physical Therapist is responsible for administering physical therapy evaluations and treatment

plans for patients by providing assessments and selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in

order to restore function and prevent disability.

Responsibilities

Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluations

Develops and implements collaborative treatment plans.

Provides patient, family and caregiver education.

Participates with other team members in patient discharge planning through verbal and written

communications

Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards.

Supervises appropriate support personnel via monitoring the treatment plans’ administration and

provides follow-up clinical direction and guidance.

Administration of Work

Provides direct patient care for an established population.

Performs appropriate physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations on a regular basis Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans

Participates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient

care Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance

with established policies and standards Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators

Demonstrate competency through the annual completion of written and demonstration

style competency examinations

Leadership/Supervisory Skills

Delegates appropriate responsibilities to support staff

Promotes philosophy and objectives of AMNM Completes special projects as assigned by the Manager Communications/Relationships

Promotes and maintains professional working relationship with peers

Maintains/promotes open communication with interdisciplinary team

Serves on assigned departmental committees Attends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings Organizational Expectations

Adheres to the departmental policies and procedures

Adheres to the Code of Ethics and Customer Service Standards as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals

Experience required: Experience and

Skills Required Two years’ experience as a Physical Therapist/Physiotherapist, should be registered as physiotherapist in home country

Skills required:

High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective

relationships with patients, physicians, management, staff and other customers. Demonstrated customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment,

independent thinking, flexibility and creativity when resolving customer issues.

Ability to apply critical thinking, communication, influence, and flexibility to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes.

Recognizes and accepts accountability for safety and care of patients

Demonstrated patient centered / patient valued behaviors. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Good ability to effectively handle challenging situations and balance multiple priorities

Strong data, analytical and finance orientation.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Desire to work in multi-disciplinary setting.

Fluent English speaker. Knowledge of Arabic will be an advantage although not essential

Qualification’s Essential:

3 year accredited Diploma OR

Bachelor’s Degree in physical Therapy OR

DPT Doctor of Physical Therapy (entry level) Graduate

Masters of Physical Therapy (entry level) graduate

Preferred: None

Licensing / Valid Primary License from the country of origin if applicable AND should be eligible for license in the

Certifications Qatar with QCHP.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR required.

Core Results Driven: Consistently delivers concrete, relevant results.

Competencies Collaborative: Demonstrates ability to work across functions and projects in a spirit of candor, trust

and respect

Change Leader: Encourages innovative thinking and bold action within the context of measured risk.

Energizing Others: Openly shares and communicates enthusiasm and commitment to our mission.

Judgment: Examines data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.

Physiotherapist- up to 12K-15K(Including Benefits)