Role Description
As a medical professional, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients for various conditions related to pain, movement, and tissue damage. This includes establishing a hierarchy of priority, developing treatment plans, monitoring progress, and educating patients on injury prevention and management.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics
- Must have great clinical reasoning with keen diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Fluent in both Afrikaans and English
- Experience and knowledge of various physiotherapy techniques and modalities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with patients and colleagues
- Experience in orthopedic or sports rehabilitation is desired
- Strong diagnostic skills to properly assess and develop treatment plans for patients
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple patient cases at once
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physiotherapy from an accredited institution
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
Rate of pay
- Basic Salary with Commission up to 55%.
- Remuneration depends on your unique skill set.
- Preference to SCS, SPT, OMT, MSK Sonar, Dry Needling Level, Strapping, and experience in an outpatient private setting.
- A unique offer will be made after the interview.
Candidate
The search for the ideal candidate is an ongoing journey that requires both patience and discernment to find the perfect match. Each step in this process is filled with anticipation as we evaluate a diverse range of talents and backgrounds, seeking the individual who will seamlessly integrate into the fabric of our team. This endeavour is not solely about skills and qualifications; it’s about identifying a unique person whose values align with our mission and whose potential can thrive in our environment. Every candidate brings a new opportunity. Whether you are a seasoned physiotherapist seeking a well-organised setting or an eager learner (comserve) looking for your next challenge and the chance to refine your skills, we want you.
Additional benefits
About our Team
We are a dedicated team of 11 physiotherapists, each specialising in various aspects of rehabilitation and wellness. Our successful private practice in Pretoria operates efficiently with the assistance of three capable administrative staff members. Our facility is conveniently located in a prime area next to other medical professionals, including two biokineticists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and two sonographers.
Once a month, we conduct internal training sessions. These sessions are a fantastic opportunity for you to meet and interact with our diverse network of referral specialists, which includes a range of professionals such as general practitioners, biokineticists, sonographers, neurosurgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, and many others. It’s a perfect blend of networking, learning, and good food, creating a relaxed yet productive environment for everyone involved.
Our work environment is peaceful and calm, even though behind the scenes, we operate with a high-paced and efficient system, much like an orchestra, to meet our patients’ high expectations. We strive for top-quality service and care.
As primary practitioners, we play a critical role in the initial consultation process, where most patients come to identify their problems. We assess, diagnose, and make judgment calls to prioritise and strategically execute treatment plans. Our role as therapists is essential in monitoring patients’ conditions, whether they are in a regressive or progressive state.
Mentorship
As you embark on this journey, you will be paired with a dedicated clinical supervisor for the first year, a guiding force who will help you navigate the intricacies of onboarding and training, ensuring a seamless integration into the team’s rhythm.
Throughout this process, we will closely monitor several key components critical to your professional development:
The initial onboarding on the practice’s systems and understanding the complexities of financial transactions is crucial for ensuring accurate billing and adhering to practice policies.
Time Management is essential to master the art of prioritising tasks to boost productivity and efficiency. This includes scheduling patient appointments and managing diaries effectively, while also establishing clear timelines for patient check-ins to monitor their progress.
Refining your subjective assessment while gathering insights from patients during interviews is key to guiding their treatment plans. Documenting measurable and observable data supports clinical decisions, while monitoring progress through SMART goals helps in setting specific, quantifiable objectives for patient care.
By assessing the stages of healing, we can adapt our approaches as needed. Developing diagnostic skills is crucial for accurately evaluating conditions and making informed clinical judgments based on sound reasoning. Crafting comprehensive care plans that cater to individual patient needs is equally important, as is assessing underlying issues that may hinder recovery or impact the effectiveness of treatment.
Evaluating potential outcomes allows us to predict the course of recovery more accurately. Enhancing active listening and empathetic skills will deepen your understanding of patients’ needs, while expanding our soft skills can encourage compliance and cooperation. It’s also essential to identify and address patient expectations and any barriers to treatment adherence.
Implementing effective methods for ongoing patient engagement and support is crucial, as is recognising and managing challenges that may arise during treatment. Preparing patients for a smooth transition from clinical care to independence is the final step in fostering their self-sufficiency.
With these components as our compass, your growth in this field will be both structured and transformative.