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Position & Department Identification
* JOB TITLE: Physiotherapist I (Temporary)
* DIVISION: Sangre Grande Hospital Campus
* DEPARTMENT: Physiotherapy Department
* ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: The Physiotherapist I will report to the Physiotherapist II or the immediate supervisor.
2. Nature & Scope
The Physiotherapist I is responsible for evidence-based evaluation and treatment of patients referred to Physiotherapy in Outpatient and/or Inpatient settings in Sangre Grande Hospital Campus, who present with limitations to independent physical function as a result of injury, disease or other processes affecting the musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and neurological systems.
3. Specific Accountabilities
The Physiotherapist I:
* Reviews referrals for further examination, assessment and treatment within the scope of practice, education, skill, and experience level of the Physiotherapy Therapeutic (PT) I.
* Conducts and documents subjective and objective examinations of referred patients to Outpatient or Inpatient Physiotherapy.
* Develops, documents and reviews appropriate physiotherapy goals that agree with assessment findings, scientific evidence and patient interest.
* Develops, implements and reviews a documented plan of intervention(s) to achieve physiotherapy goals.
* Instructs, monitors and adjusts the administration of a variety of treatment modalities as indicated, applying sound clinical reasoning and knowledge of contraindications to therapeutic interventions.
* Recommends and implements the most suitable intervention strategies and monitors its effectiveness and patients’ progress.
* Observes and documents subjective and objective outcomes of interventions.
* Plans, executes and modifies as necessary individual patient treatment schedules in collaboration with support staff.
* Assesses and records patient progress for continuation or discharge from Physiotherapy services to independent care as indicated by accomplishment of Physiotherapy goals.
* Refers patients in need of service beyond physiotherapy scope of practice to appropriate sources of care within ERHA, as necessary.
* Manages daily, weekly and monthly caseload and clinical rotation assignment with guidance from Physiotherapist II.
* Delegates duties to the Physiotherapy Aides.
* Attends and participates in Physiotherapy Department meetings and represents the Department at other multi-disciplinary meetings, when required.
* Accepts and performs assignments to participate in activities promoting Physiotherapy and physical activity internal and external to the ERHA.
* Represents the ERHA in any capacity within Physiotherapy scope of practice.
* Performs any other related duties as required.
4. Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Ability to produce evidence-based clinical reasoning.
* Ability to work under pressure and as a team.
* Excellent time management skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and clients.
* Must possess a genuine interest in the health and well-being of patients.
5. Minimum Training and Experience
* Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy or equivalent entry level professional Physiotherapy Education.
* Registration with Physiotherapists Board of Trinidad and Tobago.
6. Supervisory Responsibilities
* Physiotherapy Aides
7. Communication and Working Relationships
Internal
* Medical Director
* Manager-Para Clinical Services
* Physiotherapist II
* Occupational Therapist
* Speech Therapist
* Heads of Departments
* Physiotherapy Aide
* Clerk I
External
* Clients
* Healthcare professionals contributing to patient management
* Non-healthcare professionals that contribute to patients’ management
