Physiotherapist (Preferred Immediate Joiners)

Position Summary

The Physiotherapist will be responsible for assessing, planning, and providing evidence-based physiotherapy care to patients in a long-term care hospital setting. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to promote patient mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for patients with chronic conditions, neurological impairments, musculoskeletal disorders, and post-surgical needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and set measurable goals in collaboration with patients, families, and the MDT.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, exercise programs, mobility training, respiratory physiotherapy, and use of electrotherapy/rehabilitation equipment.
• Support patients with mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics, orthotics) and train them in safe use.
• Provide rehabilitation for patients with long-term conditions (stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, degenerative diseases).
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as required.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on rehabilitation techniques, safe mobility, and long-term condition management.
• Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care by liaising with community services where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in line with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, health & safety, and quality standards of the hospital.
• Contribute to continuous professional development (CPD) and participate in in-service training, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of physiotherapy protocols, policies, and rehabilitation pathways for the long-term care hospital.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid NHRA license as a Physiotherapist.
• Minimum 6 –8 years’ clinical experience , preferably in long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute hospital settings.
• Experience with neurological and geriatric patient populations highly desirable.
• Familiarity with modern physiotherapy techniques, rehabilitation equipment, and patient-centered care models.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Empathy, patience, and sensitivity to the needs of long-term care patients.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.