Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health/lymhedema Management), Physiotherapy Department at Aga Khan University Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients with pelvic health issues/lymphedema as well as provide general physiotherapy services
• Assessing the status of patients before providing physiotherapy services.
• Treat patients by means of exercise and electrotherapy.
• Teach patients about treatment, lifestyle, interventions, care and discharge plan.
• Provide educational information regarding exercise programmes, Risk factor modification and home programmes.
• Reporting any malfunction of the equipment.
• Conduct regular monitoring/testing.
• Ensure all patients documentation is done on time.
• Evaluating and monitoring documentation of patients notes.
• Monitor and adhere to infection control guidelines.
• Monitor equipment safety.
• Monitor client and staff safety.
• Ensure support staff are observing Health & safety measures through regular in-services trainings.
• Participate in planning & implementation of dept. Goals.
• Monitor set goals and objectives.
• Participate in the implementation of quality control/staff development.
• Conduct in-house CMEs to support staff/therapists, monitor and review progress.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or designee.

 Requirements:

• Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution/college.
• Must be registered with the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya, with a valid License Practice Certificate.
• At least 2 years of working experience as a Physiotherapist.
• Must have a Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation level three certificate/certificate in lymphedema management.
• Must have a Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Should be proactive and be able to manage time effectively.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.