Physiotherapy Assistant

Roles and responsibilities

Physiotherapy (or Physical Therapy) is a healthcare profession that focuses on improving movement, function, and quality of life for individuals with physical impairments, injuries, or chronic conditions. Physiotherapists diagnose and treat a range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions using evidence-based techniques.

Core Skills in Physiotherapy

1. Anatomical and Physiological Knowledge

   • Understanding the human body's structure and function.
   • Knowledge of conditions affecting muscles, joints, nerves, and other systems.

2. Assessment and Diagnosis

   • Conducting physical examinations and functional assessments.
   • Identifying movement dysfunctions and areas of pain or limitation.

3. Therapeutic Techniques

   • Designing and implementing exercise programs.
   • Manual therapy, including mobilization, manipulation, and massage.
   • Using modalities like ultrasound, electrotherapy (TENS), and hydrotherapy.

4. Communication Skills

   • Explaining diagnoses and treatment plans to patients.
   • Collaborating with healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.

5. Problem-Solving

   • Developing individualized treatment plans.
   • Adjusting therapy based on patient progress or feedback.

6. Empathy and Patience

   • Supporting patients through physical and emotional challenges.
   • Building trust and motivation for long-term recovery.

7. Technical Proficiency

   • Operating rehabilitation equipment and tools.
   • Understanding the latest physiotherapy technologies and research.

8. Education and Prevention

   • Teaching patients about injury prevention and healthy movement practices.
   • Providing ergonomic advice for work and daily activities.

9. Record-Keeping

   • Documenting assessments, treatments, and patient progress.
   • Ensuring accurate medical records for legal and professional purposes.

10. Physical Stamina

    • Performing manual therapy and assisting patients with exercises.
    • Standing and moving throughout long sessions or shifts.

Common Areas of Physiotherapy Practice

1. Musculoskeletal (Orthopedic) Physiotherapy

   • Treating sports injuries, back pain, arthritis, and post-surgical rehabilitation.

2. Neurological Physiotherapy

   • Managing conditions like stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and spinal cord injuries.

3. Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy

   • Improving lung function and endurance in conditions like COPD or post-cardiac surgery.

4. Pediatric Physiotherapy

   • Treating developmental disorders and conditions like cerebral palsy in children.

5. Geriatric Physiotherapy

   • Addressing mobility and balance issues in older adults.

6. Sports Physiotherapy

   • Enhancing athletic performance and preventing sports-related injuries.

7. Women’s Health Physiotherapy

   • Focusing on prenatal and postnatal care, pelvic floor dysfunction, and incontinence.

Desired candidate profile

We are looking for a qualified physiotherapist to join our team and take on the role of facilitating the treatment and therapy of patients who suffer from physical challenges. Physiotherapists work with a variety of patients, helping them with recovery and therapy.

Physiotherapist Responsibilities

• Making assessments of patients' physical conditions.
• Formulating treatment plans to address the conditions and needs of patients.
• Conducting complex mobilization techniques.
• Assisting trauma patients with how to walk again.
• Educating patients, family members, and the community on how to prevent injuries and live a healthy lifestyle.
• Referring patients to doctors and other medical practitioners.
• Planning and organizing physiotherapy and fitness programs.

Physiotherapist Requirements

• Degree in physiotherapy.
• UAE License.
• Experience working as a physiotherapist.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build and maintain rapport with patients.
• Teamwork skills.
• Administration skills.