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
