Physiotherapist

The North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness, with responsibility for the management and delivery of Public Health Services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Physiotherapist (HPC/PT 3) with assignment at the Annotto Bay Hospital.

The incumbent will be responsible for the restoration of function and improvement in disease processes through targeted interventions such as health education and promotion, assessment and diagnosis with specialized treatment activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Physiotherapy or Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited training institution.
• Completion of a course in Supervisory Management/ Adult Instruction/ Clinical Education/ Credentialed Clinical Instructor Programme.
• Specialist Qualification/ Certification in a major discipline in Physiotherapy.
• Has completed at least five (5) years of clinical experience (and completed rotation in all major specialities).

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, assess and treat clients physical problem/condition 
• Developing and review treatment programmes that encourage exercise and movement
• Progress treatment and refer on to other services as required.
• Develop home programmes for patients as necessary.
• Maintain accurate statistical information (i.e. treatment units, visits) of all patients receiving treatment
• Treating acute and chronic respiratory and orthopedic conditions
• Provide antenatal care 
• Assessment of chronic neurological conditions for on-going management
• Consult with Medical Staff and /or Senior Physiotherapy Staff when necessary
• Supporting clients through education and promotion of initiatives geared towards improving healthy life style

Specific knowledge

• Display sensitivity and empathy to the needs and feelings of patients. 
• Ability to motivate patients to comply with therapy. 
• Display objectivity, resourcefulness, adaptability and sound judgment
• Ability to offer specialist care/service for those patients who require this on a timely basis
• Ability to work harmoniously with other members of the health team.
• Ability to supervise physiotherapy colleagues, interns and students.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and conduct continuing educational programme on a timely basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and programmes.

Note

Salary Scale: $1,331,059 — $1,582,210 per annum along with any other allowance(s) attached to the post. Salary Scale: $1,331,059 — $1,582,210 per annum along with any other allowance(s) attached to the post.

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application with resume no later than Friday, November 22, 2019.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact

The Director

Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations

North East Regional Health Authority

34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre

Ocho Rios,

St. Ann

 

Fax: (876) 795 - 2747

Email: jobs@nerha.gov.jm

Base Salary: Undisclosed