Organisation
Southern Regional Health Authority, Jamaica
Reference
VAC-47680
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Healthcare & Medical
Location
May Pen
Salary & Benefits
$2,998,418 - $3,564,176 per annum
Date Posted
08/12/2023
Expiry Date
27/12/2023
Maintains statistical reports, assists in inventory stocktaking, and performs patient assessments, treatment planning, coordination, and documentation within physiotherapy while staying updated on professional advancements.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Physiotherapist - Level 1 is responsible for developing, maintaining or restoring motor function and movement of patients using evidence-based practice. The Physiotherapist- Level 1 also identifies and maximizes quality of life and movement potential by using the principles of promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention and rehabilitation.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy or Diploma in Physical Therapy
- Entry Level – 1 year internship
- Licensed with the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM)
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Good diagnostic skills
- Good analytical skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good specialist knowledge
- Good interpretative skills
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Working knowledge of statistical tools
- Knowledge of treatment modalities
- Physically competent – Dexterity
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
ADMINISTRATIVE
- Maintains statistical reports as required.
- Assists in annual inventory stock taking exercise.
- Assists in preparing reports as required.
TECHNICAL
- Collects information on patients’ prior function, physical abilities and identifies the patients’ expectations of physiotherapy.
- Assesses, examines and develops treatment plan for patients referred for rehabilitation care.
- Shares information and explanations with patients and other relevant persons about the purpose of the physiotherapy assessment, any relevant risks and treatment options.
- Provides guidance to patients in the physical exercise sessions and ensuring appropriate care is taken.
- Monitors patients’ progress and adjusts treatment plan as necessary.
- Assists in scheduling patients according to their condition.
- Shares and collaborates with medical staff (doctors, nurses and porters) in discussing vital information for the care, medication, feeding, physical movement, progress and referral of patients and makes recommendations as required.
- Records patients’ clinical data and other information as required.
- Attends and participates in ward rounds.
- Prepares medico-legal reports.
- Develops discharge/transition of care plan.
- Prepares transfer summaries and referrals to other practitioners for patients leaving their care who need continued physiotherapy intervention.
- Participates in presentations and educational/training sessions on physiotherapy related activities.
- Keeps up to date with current trends/advancements in the physiotherapy professions.
Other
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned.
NB: We thank all applicants for responding; however, only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged.
Region:
May Pen
Occupational fields:
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Required degree level:
Other
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