Medical / Healthcare jobs in Kenya, Mid level,
Supervisor, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
Department
Physiotherapy
Entity
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.
The incumbent will Provide Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation services, monitor and supervise activities to ensure efficient and effective patient care and smooth operation’s
Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance in identifying annual goals
- Monitor performance monthly and quarterly
- Assessing the status of patients before administering physiotherapy care
- Evaluating, monitoring and documenting care plans
- Maintaining accurate patient records
- Treat patients using – electrotherapy,hydrotherapy,cardiac Rehab therapy, massage, manual therapy,exercises,Bobath,MullighanTrigger point and Maitland techniques among many treatment techniques & modalities
- Use different techniques, operate machines/equipment and advise patients accordingly
- Carry out patient education
- Monitor patient satisfaction and complaints and analyze the same
- Monitor turnaround time
- Monitor and review process implementation.
- Supervise staff
- Setting goals with staff
· Regular review of staff performance against set goals
· Identify training needs and /or conduct CMEs
· Compilation of daily/monthly indicators
· Conducting performance appraisals
· Hold daily clinical meetings
· Audit documentation by physios
· Review of patients’ notes documentation
· Review case studies
· Recording of complaints and incidents
· Ensure the corrective and preventive actions are instituted
· Analyzing incidences and complaints
· Responsibility for CCPC programes and other quality initiatives
· Any other duty may be requested by the manager or designee
Requirements
- Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution/college a Bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage
- A minimum of five years’ professional experience in Physiotherapy with at least 2 years in supervisory position
- Registered and valid license with Physiotherapy Council of Kenya
- Certificate in Basic life support (BLS)
- Must be computer literate.
- Must have excellent customer service skills.
- Should be proactive and be able to manage time effectively.
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan University Hospital on aku.taleo.net to apply