Function Rehabilitation
Facility Life New Kensington Clinic Position Physiotherapist X2
Introduction
A Vacancy exists for a
TWO (2)Physiotherapists at
Life New Kensington Clinic. The above position(s) report to the
Therapy Unit Manager. The successful candidates will be responsible for Providing Physiotherapy Services for all patients admitted to the Rehabilitation Unit.
Critical Outputs
Function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the requirements of quality patient care
Understand the private healthcare industry, and relevant legislation, challenges and role players
Evaluation, programme development and treatment of patient admitted into the rehabilitation unit
Assessment and treatment of adult and paediatric patients with a variety of neurological, orthopaedic, spinal and multi-morbidity conditions - e.g. CVA, TBI, SCI, fractures, joint replacements, Guillian-Barre, etc in collaboration with other therapy disciplines
Education of patients and families about patient's condition and management
Participation in weekly team meetings and family meetings
Active participation in continuing professional development activities of the unit
Supervision and training of therapy assistants and other attendants
Actively participate in spasticity management programme
Participate in discharge planning and caregiver training
Keep accurate and timeous records and reports.
Effectively respond to queries and handle accordingly.
Professional therapy service implementation in accordance with Life Healthcare protocols and procedures. This will include weekend therapy provision.
Supervise and train of university students, as required.
Promote and maintain sound and productive relationships with referral sources and stakeholders in the field of Rehabilitation
Requirements
B degree / BSc degree in Physiotherapy and current HPCSA registration.
At least 3-5 years' Experience in hospital-based multi-disciplinary rehabilitation.
Special interest in the treatment of adults with neurological disorders, NDT training an advantage.
Basic/intermediate seating and spasticity management an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and understanding of interdisciplinary teamwork
Commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction/ experience is a must.
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
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Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.