Physical Therapist (Home Care)

📣 إعلان

منذ يوم واحد

	نوع العقد	دوام كامل
	طبيعة الوظيفة	بالموقع
	الموقع	الرياض

وصف الوظيفة

About the Role

National Medical Care is seeking a Physical Therapist (Home Care) to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves conducting treatment sessions and developing programs using a wide range of physical therapy modalities and methods to enhance patients' functional outcomes. The therapist will work in coordination with Physicians and Surgeons to implement therapeutic strategies for patients recovering from various conditions.

Role Overview

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality medical care and compassion to patients. This includes evaluating, planning, and carrying out physical therapy treatment sessions for individuals recovering from disabilities and diseases, ranging from mild sprains to complex neurological conditions and amputations. The role requires monitoring, documenting, and evaluating patient responses and progress throughout the rehabilitation process.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate, plan, and execute physical therapy treatment sessions.
Document patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes for review by the medical team.
Manage an individual patient caseload and assume full responsibility for care delivery.
Supervise and guide the activities of Physical Therapy Technicians.
Participate in departmental meetings, case conferences, and clinical in-service sessions.
Prepare patients for hospital discharge by providing education on precautions, procedures, and home care instructions.
Communicate significant changes in a patient’s condition to the medical team.
Complete daily treatment documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Report and assist in resolving issues related to treatment area maintenance or equipment functionality.
Consult with the medical team to discuss diagnoses and formulate treatment strategies.
Support attending Physicians/Surgeons in determining appropriate therapy plans, reviewing records, scheduling sessions, and evaluating test results.
Recommend treatment programs for specific conditions and submit written plans for physician approval.
Apply precise manual therapy and massage techniques, utilizing therapeutic tools such as hydrotherapy, infrared/ultraviolet lamps, diathermy, and ultrasound.
Guide patients in the use of prosthetic devices and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment interventions.
Maintain complete records of patients’ diagnoses, evaluations, and treatment plans, recommending adjustments based on progress.
Instruct ward personnel and educate patients/families on home treatment procedures, and lead training programs for medical staff and community groups.
Stay updated on emerging equipment and treatment techniques and provide recommendations accordingly.
Educate patients and families in accordance with the Patient & Family Education Policy, ensuring proper documentation in medical records.
Respect the roles and contributions of patients and families in care planning and decision-making.
Promote health education tailored to patients’ developmental stages, learning capacities, and preferences.
Allocate time for thorough assessment, education planning, and evaluation with appropriate documentation.
Adhere to the hospital's dress code and professional standards.
Perform any additional duties as assigned within the scope of the role and based on competencies and skills.