Physiotherapist

About the Role

• Job Title: Physiotherapist
• Location: Shahapur, Karnataka, India
• Job Type: Full time

Key Responsibilities

Rehabilitation and Community-Based Rehabilitation

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for children and adults with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans based on functional needs.
• Provide physiotherapy interventions for neurological, developmental, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal conditions, addressing the needs of 21 disabilities.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans based on regular evaluations.
• Deliver physiotherapy services at Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRCs), schools, Anganwadi Centers, and beneficiaries' homes.
• Promote functional independence and community participation of persons with disabilities.
• Support disability inclusion initiatives within the community.

Caregiver and Family Empowerment

• Train parents and caregivers in home-based therapy, positioning, handling, transfers, mobility, and daily living activities.
• Develop easy-to-follow home exercise programs.
• Strengthen caregiver confidence to continue rehabilitation independently.

Early Identification and Early Intervention

• Screen children aged 0-8 years for developmental delays and disabilities.
• Provide early intervention services to enhance developmental outcomes.

Assistive Devices and Accessibility

• Refer and assess beneficiaries for appropriate assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, standing frames, orthoses, and adaptive equipment along with the AAT team.
• Participate in assessment camps and assistive device distribution programs.
• Educate beneficiaries and caregivers on the proper use and maintenance of assistive devices.

Coordination and Networking

• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Special Educators, Psychologists, Medical Officers, and Community Coordinators.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate beneficiary records, assessment reports, therapy notes, and follow-up documentation.
• Update beneficiary information in the organization MIS (Management Information System).
• Submit monthly reports, field visit reports, and program updates on time.

Monitoring and Quality Improvement

• Participate in case reviews, supervision visits, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and rehabilitation standards.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, learning, and documentation of program outcomes.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Mandatory.
• Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) - Preferred.
• Registration with the State Physiotherapy Council (preferred).

Experience

• 0 to 1 years of experience in physiotherapy or rehabilitation services.
• Experience working with NGOs, Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR), Early Intervention, pediatric rehabilitation, or disability programs are desirable.
• Fresh graduates with a strong interest in community rehabilitation are encouraged to apply.

Essential Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Knowledge of pediatric, neurological, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Excellent communication, counselling, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in community settings.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office and MIS).
• Willingness to travel extensively within the project area.
• Commitment to disability inclusion, community participation, and a rights-based approach.

Benefits

• As per organization norm.
• PF
• Medical insurance
• Gratuity
• Travel and mobile allowance