Job Description
The incumbent shall be responsible to assisting patients (employees and sporting personnel) in rehabilitating physical problems caused by illness, injury and disability through treatment by applying a range of physical therapy and rehabilitation techniques to the highest standards of GreenFuel (Pvt) Ltd. Should perform any other duties as instructed by superior.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviewing patients complete medical history and medical records (i.e., prescriptions, current and past conditions, treatment, medication etc).
- Planning treatments, reviewing recovery and conducting therapeutic exercises with patients according to the nature of the problem or condition.
- Administering a wide range of manipulations, exercises and treatments using physiotherapy and rehabilitation equipment.
- Assisting patients and their families with emotional, practical and psychological advice and support to help them cope with the recovery process.
- Promptly and accurately recording all developments in the patient’s medical records and for liaising with doctors, nurses and other medical staff, as and when required.
- Showing patients exercises that they can perform on their own at home (and correcting any incorrect posture / movements).
- Adjusting plans and prescribing new treatment, where necessary in consultation with the medical practitioner(s) at hand.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of a Diploma in Physiotherapy/Medical Rehabilitation.
- Minimum of 3 years experience covering sporting.
- Strong interpersonal skills to be able to communicate with patients and their families in a professional manner and show understanding and empathy.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- comply with very strict rules on privacy and the protection of personal data to protect patient confidentiality.
- Knowledge of various forms of physical therapy (e.g., manipulation, massage therapy, postural therapy)
- Ability to apply pain alleviation methods.
- A passion for helping people.
Other
How to Apply
Interested and qualified personnel should email the following to: torupeyi.mhariwa@greenfuel.co.zw
- Application Letter clearly MARKED position applied for.
- Proof of personal, academic and professional qualifications.
NB: Only candidates who meet the requirements will be shortlisted.
Deadline: 22 February 2023