Physical Therapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation services

1 month ago

Karachi, PakistanFull TimePhysical Therapy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Aga Khan University as a Physical Therapist – Hospital Setting, Karachi in United States.

Key Responsibilities

will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: assessing patients, developing, and delivering individualized Physical therapy treatment programs for those with medical ailments or health related issues that limit movement or abilities in everyday activities; perceptual psychosocial activities and instrumental activities of daily living and activities of daily living; assessing patients for the need for adaptive equipment and/or assistive devices; liaising with medical personnel in daily ward rounds and with peers in the outpatient rehabilitation department to obtain relevant information about the progress/needs of patients; educating and advising patients and their family regarding the diagnosed condition, the treatment plan, the expected prognosis and the short and long term goals; participating in internal (in-house) and/or external training programs and research activities; interacting professionally with patients, families, peers, medical and health care personnel; writing patient assessment and progress notes according to the designed format; complying with the department policies and organizational quality standards i.

Requirements

DPT in Physical Therapy from a recognized university.

Minimum one year of experience as an Physical Therapy or one year of a Traineeship, preferably in a hospital.

Knowledge of physical therapy theory, techniques, and equipment.

Ability to perform physical therapy procedures and apply/use assistive devices/gait aides.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Aga Khan University as a Physical Therapist – Hospital Setting, Karachi.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentPhysical Therapy Treatment ProgramsPerceptual Psychosocial ActivitiesActivities Of Daily LivingAdaptive EquipmentAssistive DevicesLiaising With Medical PersonnelPatient EducationResearch ActivitiesPatient DocumentationQuality Standards Compliance

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Position Insights

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at Aga Khan University is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Karachi, Pakistan.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Assessment, Physical Therapy Treatment Programs, Perceptual Psychosocial Activities, Activities Of Daily Living, Adaptive Equipment, Assistive Devices, Liaising With Medical Personnel, Patient Education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves assessing patients and developing/delivering individualized physical therapy treatment programs for medical ailments that limit movement or daily activities. Responsibilities also include assessing the need for adaptive equipment, liaising with medical personnel, educating patients...

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