




**Purpose and Scope of the Job** The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing a program of rehabilitation to the patient through extensive training, physical therapy and treatment. These functions are performed in accordance with the hospital’s philosophy, policies, procedures and standards. **Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards** 1 To be responsible for own workload, ensuring patients receive an appropriate assessment and planned programme of care, with regular review and adaptations as necessary 2 Maintains a high level of expertise and keep up to date with developments in patterns of care. 3 Identifies difficulties, deficiencies and possible methods of improvement in order to assist in the planning and development of the service. 4 Attends team meetings, when appropriate, for the purpose of information exchange, fostering team identity and in\-service training. 5 Maintains high standards of clinical documentation and accurate recording of clinical data conforming to departmental protocols. 6 Ensures accurate and comprehensive recording of statistical data as required. 7 Be responsible for the safe use of equipments and reporting of malfunctioning for repairs. 8 Assists the Head of the Department and Superintendent Physiotherapist with general departmental administration as necessary. 9 Plans courses and evaluates therapeutic measures appropriate for patient’s condition and treatment regime. 10 Executes physical therapy care with the use of therapeutic exercises, principles, procedures and specialized equipments. 11 Administers the use of standard medical / therapeutic machines appropriate for patients’ rehabilitation requirements and the physical therapist’s scope of practice. 12 Documents patients’ physical therapy treatments, diagnosis, assessment, progression, treatment programs, the course of rehabilitation and thorough discharge notes to monitor the quality and appropriateness of patient care and to resolve any identified problems. 13 Provides education to patients in preventing injury and maintaining fitness / health. 14 Performs other job related duties as required by the physiotherapy department. 15 Participates in Continuing Medical Education (CME) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities and keeps up to date with knowledge and skills. 16 Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. 17 Provides or promotes patient and family\-centered care. 18 Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. **Qualifications, Competencies and Skills** ***Education*** Bachelors degree in Physiotherapy ***Experience*** 3 years previous experience in physiotherapy ***Licensure*** Requirements as per MOH ***Language*** Fluent in both Arabic, English ***Computer Proficiency*** Good Computer skills ***Performance Competencies*** 1 Ability to explain and demonstrate the use of different equipments related to physiotherapy and knowledgeable about specific contraindications for use of different equipments 2 Ability to make presentations 3 Able to function independently 4 Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills 5 Maintains effective working relationships with patients, the public and the hospital staff ***Principle Working Relationships and Remarks*** 1 Medical staff and patients


