PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Job Description

Job Title: Physiotherapist

Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Department: Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy

Reports To: Head of Rehabilitation / Medical Director

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Physiotherapist to assess, diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate patients with physical impairments, injuries, pain, and movement disorders. The physiotherapist will develop individualized treatment plans and provide evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to improve patients’ mobility, function, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and evaluate patients’ physical conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans based on clinical findings.
• Provide treatments including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, electrotherapy, stretching, strengthening, and mobility training.
• Treat musculoskeletal, orthopedic, neurological, sports-related, and post-operative conditions as appropriate.
• Monitor patients’ progress and modify treatment plans when required.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, injury prevention, posture, ergonomics, and home rehabilitation programs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and clinical-governance procedures.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and training.
• Comply with applicable UAE healthcare regulations and the requirements of the relevant health authority.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid professional license/eligibility from the relevant UAE health authority, such as DOH, DHA, or MOHAP, depending on the emirate and facility.
• Relevant clinical experience is preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification may be required by the employer.
• Good knowledge of physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  

Key Skills

• Patient assessment and clinical reasoning
• Manual therapy
• Therapeutic exercise prescription
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Pain management
• Patient education
• Clinical documentation
• Communication and teamwork
  

Working Conditions

The physiotherapist may work in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, sports facilities, home healthcare, or other healthcare settings. The role may involve prolonged standing