JOB SUMMARY

Treat disabilities, injuries, and diseases according to the plan of care, employing prescribed treatment procedures in coordination with the referring physician. Support the mission and vision of the American University of Beirut Medical Care (AUBMC) and that of the Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / TASK GROUPS

• Greet, receive, and create a positive experience for every patient/family by demonstrating a professional, caring, empathetic, and friendly approach following the service excellence standards and guidelines.
• Assess the patient's condition and physical status to prepare a treatment program according to findings, utilizing recognized treatment procedures suitable for the patient's condition.
• Perform treatment procedures at the bedside with the assistance of the Physiotherapy aide.
• Discuss the patient's progress with doctors, nursing staff, and social workers, and modify treatment programs according to the patient's progress.
• Document assessment findings, treatment goals, treatment plans, and patient/family education.
• Advise patients and relatives on exercises to be carried out by patients at home.
• Ensure that all equipment used is in proper working order, promptly reporting any malfunctioning equipment for repairs.
• Participate in in-service training, multidisciplinary meetings, orientation of Physical Therapy students and fellows, delivering lectures to different departments, as well as attending and providing continuing education activities.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the direct supervisor.

COMPETENCIES

Client Focus, Achievement Orientation, Professional Development, Professionalism, Team Skills.

KNOWLEDGE / KNOW-HOW

Knowledge:

Proficient knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of the physical therapy profession.
Proficient knowledge in assessing, treating, and counseling patients and their families by accurately using and maintaining therapeutic equipment.
Familiarity with a wide variety of equipment and therapeutic techniques.

Education:

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy and/or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Certifications:

Specialization in Physical Therapy is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum Experience: 2 - 3 years of experience as Junior Physical Therapist at AUBMC or 3 - 5 years of experience as Physical Therapist preferably in a similar healthcare setting.

Languages:

Minimum Languages: Arabic and English (IET >/= 500) Preferred Languages: French is an asset

Computer Skills:

Knowledgeable in use of Microsoft office applications and other software as needed for the job

REPORTING CHANNEL / SUPERVISORY CHANNEL

Reporting Channel:

Reporting to: 1st Level: Physical Therapy Team Lead

Reporting to: 2nd Level: Physical Therapy Manager

Supervisory Channel:

None

JOB CHARACTERISTICS

Physical Effort: Significant Physical Effort

Work Schedule: Regular weekdays including Saturdays &/or On-Call

Working Conditions: Exposed to patient element

Desired Candidate Profile

Proficient knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of the physical therapy profession.
Proficient knowledge in assessing, treating, and counseling patients and their families by accurately using and maintaining therapeutic equipment.
Familiarity with a wide variety of equipment and therapeutic techniques.

Education:
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy and/or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Certifications:
Specialization in Physical Therapy is preferred.

Experience:
Minimum Experience: 2 - 3 years of experience as Junior Physical Therapist at AUBMC or 3 - 5 years of experience as Physical Therapist preferably in a similar healthcare setting.

Languages:
Minimum Languages: Arabic and English (IET >/= 500) Preferred Languages: French is an asset

Computer Skills:
Knowledgeable in use of Microsoft office applications and other software as needed for the job