The Physical Therapist conducts physical therapy evaluations and conducts prescribed physical therapy programs to assist patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance physical performance and facilitate learning of skills essential for adaptation of an altered lifestyle. The Aquatic Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for working with other health professionals in achieving goals related to meeting the individual’s maximum functional abilities through PT following a life altering illness or disability. The Aquatic PT will create and implement innovative aquatic based programs designed to promote our client’s best self through their recovery journey.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement patient treatment consistent with the objectives of the interdisciplinary treatment plan by performing comprehensive assessments, establishing realistic and measurable shortand long-term goals, and initiating appropriate actions based upon evaluation findings.
Implement appropriate treatment techniques to maximize patient function, promote healing and adjustment of disability.
Adapt conventional therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients.
Provide patient care in a safe and therapeutic environment by maintaining the privacy of patients and families.
Provide education to the patients and family members from admission to discharge by providing individualized instructions to maximize function.
The Consultant in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation provides expert evaluation, treatment, and long‑term management for patients with physical injuries, disabilities, neuromuscular disorders, and chronic conditions.
Locations (2)
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Compensation
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with physical impairments, musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, and functional disabilities.
Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans aimed at restoring mobility, function, and independence.
Utilize a wide range of therapeutic modalities including exercise therapy, manual therapy, electrotherapy, assistive devices, and functional training.
Lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, and rehabilitation nurses.
Provide physical therapy evaluation and treatment in inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and performing clinical, teaching, and administrative duties.
Responsibilities
Interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations
Utilize assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care
Delegate responsibility to therapy assistants, clinical students and support staffs, maintaining appropriate clinical supervision and documentation review/co-signature
Maintain concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing in accordance with system, hospital and department policy and regulatory requirements
Demonstrate participation in professional development and stay informed of current developments in the field by attending department in-services and seeking opportunities to expand knowledge of the profession and related fields
Requirements
Graduate of a CAPTE accredited program in Physical Therapy or equivalent and B.S. degree
Competently interpret the patient's history and baseline level of function and then to complete an assessment appropriate to the patient's area(s) of deficits. Based on problem(s) identified, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient treatment and reassessment, patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation in the medical record and providers and other medical staff. Oversees and supervises provision of care by physical therapist assistants.
Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care 90-100%
Evaluates and treats patients
Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate
Responsible for maintaining/meeting the productivity expectations of their department
Oversees and supervises provision of care by physical therapist assistants
