Physiotherapist (IET)

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct student assessment and therapy planning Conduct physical, psycho-social, discipline specific and impairment-based assessments to determine required therapeutic interventionsEvaluate history and physical examination findings using clinical reasoning to develop an appropriate student-centric intervention plansFormulate student-centred and SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely) goals in collaboration with student and relevant stakeholders (ie. teachers, parents, therapy team)Select appropriate and specific outcome measures to enable evaluation of therapy progress and outcomesProvide therapy recommendations based on evaluation of student’s needsDocument results of case history taking, assessment results, therapy plans, interventions, goals and outcome measuresCommunicate assessment results, therapy plans, goals and outcome measures to students and other relevant stakeholders Provide intervention and client education Adhering to clinical protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Provide clinical expertise and consultation for research and educationProvide interventions for students both in the inclusion and integration setting whenever neededEvaluate therapy progress and outcomes using selected therapy outcome measures at regular intervalsModify therapy plans based on student’s progress and motivation as well as therapy outcome measures collectedFormulate discharge plans based on student’s performance in consultation with relevant stakeholdersCommunicate intervention plans, outcome measures, progress and discharge criteria to relevant stakeholdersEmpower students, caregiver and teachers on methods to enhance health, mobility and functionsProvide student, caregiver and teacher with education and training in self-managementPrescribe assistive devices and equipment according to students’ needsDevelop and implement student and caregiver educational materials and training programmesFacilitate community integration through collaboration with community partners as required Perform clinical administration and operations Oversee inventory management and equipment maintenance required for therapy servicesRecommend preventive and corrective care measures Continuing education, research activities and training Participate in continuous professional developmentImplement evidence-based practices in specialty areas of clinical servicesPlan and conduct continuous professional development activities for key stakeholdersProvide clinical education for students and/or staffDevelop educational materials and activities to meet the learning needs of students, caregivers and key stakeholdersParticipate in research project

Job Holder Requirements:

Qualification: Recognised Degree/Master in Physiotherapy

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Full registration with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Experience: Prior experience of at least 2 years managing a paediatric caseloadOther Knowledge / Skills / Attributes: Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team, being both client-centered and service-orientedAdaptable in a fast-paced environment, with good written and verbal communication skillsFor senior role, applicant should have at least 5 years of clinical paediatric experience, with AHPC supervisor status

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