Senior Physical Therapist

at  Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution recognized by JHAH
• Completion of 1 year clinical internship for professional registration with a current license to practice.
• Professional/clinical knowledge acquired through initial degree supplemented by specialist training, experience in specialist field to postgraduate certificate level or equivalent. Additional years’ experience can be considered in lieu of formal course

EXPERIENCE

• Five years minimum clinical Physical Therapy experience following licensure/registration in the country of origin.
• Proven professional/clinical experience in specialist field demonstrating the skills, knowledge and experience required to render appropriate services according to sound principles of practice.
• Ability to train and competence check less experienced staff in routine tasks and specialty skills.
• Experience in audits and research activities desired but not essential.

CERTIFICATIONS/OTHER REQUIREMENTS AS APPLICABLE

• Specialty training to post graduate certificate level or equivalent and experiences for service provision to in-patient and outpatient Physical Therapy services.
• In addition sufficient experience in an acute-care setting to function with multi-disciplinary teams and be competent in assessing and managing both adult and pediatric patients if needed.
• Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic desirable.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Computer proficiency required, Microsoft office applications preferred

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

Performs all duties of the Associate Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist and acts as resource for complex cases providing support and guidance as required

Performs other roles/responsibilities to support the overall effectiveness of the department. These duties may include but not limited to:

• Presents a positive image of JHAH through professional appearance and behavior
• Treats all customers with courtesy, respect and caring behaviors
• Responds to customer concerns in a timely manner i.e. answer bells, assist patients who are lost in the hospital and respond to nurses phone calls
• Maintains confidentiality by choosing the appropriate person, time and place for patient related discussions
• Assures patient comfort and dignity at all times
• Supports unit culture of quality and safety through participation with clinical audits Peer review and supporting research and development activities, coordinating/participating in service/Hazmat/Safety activities. Personnel compliance with organizational safety requirements
• Participates in planning and implementing outreach activities including health exhibitions, MDFD presentations, and lectures to other JHAH staff.
• Represents RSU on committees, special interest groups and task forces as required
• Evaluates patient care supplies/equipment and provides input to clinical leader/supervisor
• Serves as direct clinical resource in the development, review, revision and implementation of policies, procedures, protocols and care standards patient instructions and educational handouts
• Performs and encourages/mentors others to perform evidence based literature searches to answer clinical questions
• Provides patient reports at the request of the Unit Supervisor.
• Participates as needed with on-going training of JHAH and unit staff.
• Undertakes the duties of senior staff as requested.
• Supports unit through coordinating in-service / Hazmat/ Safety activities as indicated
• Participates/conducts clinical audits and development activities
• Keeps abreast of new techniques or equipment and recommends or implements them as applicable.
• Meets professional competency requires for assigned role while continuing to grow and develop professional through self-directed learning, and the job exposure and experience and through mentorship and courses
• Frequently checks for and reads all communication/minutes in a timely manner
• Participates in lifelong learning in accordance with Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Saudi Commission for Health Specialties