Pediatric Physiotherapist

Position Summary

The Paediatric Physiotherapist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating physiotherapy interventions for infants, children, and adolescents with developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and genetic conditions. The role focuses on promoting optimal physical function, mobility, independence, and participation in age-appropriate activities through evidence-based, family-centered care. The Paediatric Physiotherapist works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.

Summary of Main Duties

• Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital – Sharjah (UHS)
• Complies with all UHS policies and procedures and fire regulations

• Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS attain and maintain international accreditation standards

• Participates in commissioning assigned areas and associated Clinical areas
• Perform comprehensive physiotherapy assessments of infants, children, and adolescents using standardized assessment tools and outcome measures.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on clinical findings, developmental milestones, and patient and family goals.
• Assess and manage paediatric patients with conditions including, but not limited to:
• Cerebral palsy
• Developmental delay
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Down syndrome
• Muscular dystrophy
• Spina bifida
• Brachial plexus injuries

Responsibilities

• Accepts clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patient and organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
• Coordinates with the physicians like Orthopaedic, Rheumatology, Paediatric, regarding patient’s progress and discussing future plans.
• Provides spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to colleagues and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and ensures a consistent approach to patient care.
• Trains, supervises and manages performance of more junior staff, technical instructors, assistants and students, ensuring high standard of care.
• Communicates effectively with patients to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of condition.
• Communicates effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary service. This will include case conferences, ward rounds and discharge plans.
• Responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources available both in the department and on the wards.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Master's Degree in Paediatric Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy, or a related specialty

      Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in paediatric physiotherapy within a hospital or rehabilitation setting.

Experience in neonatal, paediatric intensive care, developmental rehabilitation, and outpatient paediatric services is preferred.

Position criteria Other Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of paediatric neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and developmental disorders.
• Competence in standardized paediatric assessment tools and outcome measures.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evidence-based decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and counselling skills for children and families.