Job Description – Physiotherapist - Male (Preferably Arabic) (Abudhabi)
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, assisting patients with mobility and transfers, and handling physically demanding rehabilitation activities.
