Physiotherapist Lead

Position Overview

The Lead Physiotherapist will provide advanced, evidence-based physiotherapy services for individuals with complex neurological, orthopedic, pediatric, and rehabilitation needs. This role includes clinical leadership, team coordination, supervision, community-based rehabilitation, and active participation in organizational development.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Clinical Expertise & Patient Care

• Deliver high-quality specialist physiotherapy for individuals with complex neurological conditions including spinal cord injury, brain injury, and stroke.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate individualized treatment plans, implement interventions, and coordinate rehabilitation with assistants and junior clinicians.
• Provide a broad range of physiotherapy treatments such as:
• Therapeutic handling and positioning
• Exercise and strengthening programs
• Gait training and re-education
• Electrotherapy
• Posture and mobility management
• Assess, prescribe, and ensure safe use of assistive and therapeutic equipment including wheelchairs, orthotics, walking aids, and specialized manual-handling tools.
• Evaluate, prescribe, and provide therapy related to prosthetic use, including fitting, monitoring, and patient education.

2. Clinical Leadership & Team Coordination

• Function as the Senior Therapist in-charge, overseeing clinical activities and ensuring smooth department operations.
• Provide specialist training, clinical supervision, and mentorship to junior physiotherapists, assistants, and physiotherapy students.
• Work in close collaboration with multidisciplinary team members—doctors, occupational therapists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and P&O professionals.
• Actively involve patients, families, caregivers, and community stakeholders in rehabilitation planning, training, and assistive technology usage.

3. Goal Setting & Rehabilitation Outcomes

• Set realistic functional goals for individuals, particularly those with spinal cord injuries, based on neurological assessment and team consultation.
• Facilitate patients’ return to meaningful occupation, vocational opportunities, and community participation.
• Support discharge planning in collaboration with senior staff and interdisciplinary team.

4. Community & Program Involvement

• Participate in and support community-based rehabilitation programs, workshops, outreach camps, and field-level activities.
• Assist and take responsibility for administrative tasks assigned by the reporting officer.
• Willingness to travel for training, professional development, and outreach activities across the state or country.

5. Audit, Research & Quality Improvement

• Engage in clinical audits, quality assurance activities, and research to promote Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
• Contribute to the ongoing development, monitoring, and improvement of rehabilitation services.
• Maintain accurate statistical data, patient records, and documentation as required.

6. Communication & Professional Development

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers—using empathy, clarity, and problem-solving skills, especially where understanding barriers exist.
• Represent the organization at external meetings as assigned.
• Maintain continuous professional development (CPD) and participate in performance appraisals.
• Contribute to in-service education programs and training sessions for internal and external stakeholders.

7. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to organizational policies, documentation standards, and safety protocols.
• Participate in mandatory training, risk assessments, and incident reporting systems.
• Ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, and safe use of clinical equipment.
• Promote and uphold infection control practices within the department.

8. Equality, Ethics & Conduct

• Foster an environment that respects diversity and patient rights.
• Demonstrate high standards of professional ethics within and outside the organization.
• Report any concerns or behaviors that undermine equity, safety, or dignity.

Essential Criteria

1. Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (BPT) and Master’s degree in Physiotherapy (MPT).
2. Fluency in Telugu and English.
3. Minimum 3 years of experience in neuro-rehabilitation in an established service (stroke, brain injury, spinal injuries).
4. Preferably experienced in orthopedic, amputee, and pediatric rehabilitation.
5. Willingness to work in both community-based and center-based settings.
6. Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-coordination skills.

Compensation

Salary is negotiable based on qualifications, experience, and clinical competence.