Physiotherapy Helper

Position Summary

To work under the direction and guidance of Physiotherapist to support the provision of Physiotherapy Services.

Summary of Main Duties

•    Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital – Sharjah (UHS)

•    Complies with all UHS policies and procedures and fire regulations 

•    Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS attain and maintain international accreditation standards 

•    Participates in commissioning assigned areas and associated Clinical areas 

•    Preparation of the physiotherapy treatment room, gym. ...after each patients. 

•    Preparation of machines and Therapeutical materials on PT’s requirement.

•    Maintain and monitor consumable equipment

•    Assisting in transfer of patients in the department.

•    Communicates effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary service. 

•    Be actively involved in the monthly collection of appropriate data and statistics for the use of the department.

•    Comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating as appropriate and to follow the general professional guidelines and standards.

•    Works any shift as per the duty roster of the physiotherapy Department when designated...

•    Maintain and monitor supply of patient information leaflets

•    Carry out administrative task - answering calls and scheduling patients.

•    The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individuals Employment Contract.

Responsibilities

Good computer skills, including familiarity with office software (Word, Excel, Outlook) and patient management systems

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Basic knowledge of physiotherapy modalities and patient care practices is advantageous.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.


• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and a strong desire to assist others.


• Ability to lift and assist patients as required.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Position 

Requirements/Qualifications : Secondary school education

Licenses/Registration    

•    Not required

Position criteria Other Skills/Abilities

Position criteria    

•    To help physiotherapist

Other Skills/Abilities     

•    Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

•    Solid interpersonal communication skills for working with patients, their families and other medical staff.  

•    Detail-oriented, organized, self-directed and quick-thinking.  Sensitive to patients' needs and physical struggles.

•    Able to transfer patients if required.