• Application Deadline: Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Physiotherapist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physiotherapist to join our team in Lagos, Nigeria. As a Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing rehabilitative treatment programs for patients with physical disabilities or injuries. Your expertise will contribute to improving patients' mobility, relieving pain, and enhancing their overall quality of life. The ideal candidate should have strong clinical skills, practical communication abilities, and a genuine passion for helping individuals regain their functional independence.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' physical abilities, limitations, and functional goals.


• Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings, patient goals, and evidence-based practice.


• Implement and administer a range of therapeutic interventions, such as manual therapy, exercise programs, electrotherapy, acupressure and Acupuncture.


• Monitor and track patients' progress throughout treatment, adjusting intervention strategies as needed.


• Educate patients and their families on self-management techniques, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies.


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.


• Adhere to ethical and professional standards, ensuring patient confidentiality and respecting cultural and individual diversity.


• Stay informed about the latest developments and research in physiotherapy practice through continuous professional development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.


• Valid licence to practise as a Physiotherapist in Nigeria.


• Proven experience,  working as a Physiotherapist, preferably in a clinical or hospital setting.


• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory conditions, and their associated rehabilitation protocols.


• Proficiency in conducting thorough assessments, formulating treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions.


• Excellent manual therapy skills and the ability to apply various therapeutic techniques.


• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.


• Empathy, compassion, and a patient-centred approach to care.


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent time management and organisational skills.


• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and basic computer literacy.


• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess a minimum of B.Sc / HND in physiotherapy or related field.


• Training in a specific area of physiotherapy practice, such as orthopaedics, musculoskeletal, neurology, or sports rehabilitation.


• Experience in providing physiotherapy services to diverse populations and managing a wide range of conditions.


• Membership in relevant professional associations or bodies.


• Acupuncture trained (preferable but not required)