Senior Physiotherapist

The International Organization for Migration is seeking qualified Nepali Nationals for the following positions based in Chautara, Sindhupalchowk.

Vacancy Notice No: VN#NP/111/15

Position Title: Senior Physiotherapist - 1 position

Classification: SAI, 6 months with possibility of extension, ungraded (equivalent to Grade – 4)

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervision and leadership of the physiotherapy team on a daily basis
• Assist in the development of treatment protocols and provide training to staff and partners
• Ensure the quality of physiotherapy assessments and treatments provided, monitor patient outcomes and ensure follow up at one, three and six months after discharge
• Lead inter-disciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress and make changes to treatment and care plans accordingly
• Provide quality physiotherapy assessments and treatments as per the Facility’s protocols
• Develop home-based care plans for each patient before discharge and teach both patient and caregiver to carry out exercises at home
• Report rehabilitation activities to the District Health Office
• Work collaboratively with district hospital and other partners providing rehabilitation services: facilitate referrals of patients, coordinate planning for outreach when appropriate and collaborate for the development of common clinical and monitoring tools including protocols
• Conduct community outreach physiotherapy care as required
• Write case notes, reports and data entry
• Work collaboratively with the team through effective leadership and motivational skills
• Work closely with facility manager and assist him/her whenever possible
• Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor/s

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES: 

• Bachelor in Physiotherapy from recognised university and registered in respective council
• Minimum of 5 years of professional/practical experience in rehabilitation sector
• Experience in management is desirable 

The ability to build rapport with patients from a variety of backgrounds and communicate effectively with their relatives and caregivers

• Excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills (working knowledge of English required)

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, VN number and CV with three references to:  Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 06 September 2015. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview.