Physiotherapist in Beddawi & Naher EL bared camps
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The project that will establish in partnership with TAAWON ( welfare association) , funded by Lebanon Humanitarian Fund (LHF) , aim To improve the wellbeing and reduce the protection risks of marginalized elderly Palestinian refugees, aged 65 and above, and residing in Beddawi, Nahr El-Bared, and Wavel Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon
* Scope of work :
The scope of work for a physiotherapist working with elderly individuals in Palestinian refugee camps ( Beddawi, Nahr El-Bared) is multifaceted and involves various responsibilities to provide comprehensive care and support :
1- Assessment and Evaluation:
-Conduct thorough physical assessments to identify elderly patients' medical history, current conditions, functional limitations, and mobility issues.
- Assess pain levels and document relevant information related to pain management.
2- Treatment Planning:
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, taking into account the unique needs and goals of each elderly patient.
- Set achievable goals for improving mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence.
3-Rehabilitation and Intervention:
- Administer a range of physiotherapy interventions, exercises, and techniques to address patients' specific needs.
- Use modalities like heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and manual therapy as part of treatment plans.
- Provide gait training and prescribe mobility aids when necessary.
4- Pain Management:
- Assess and manage pain using various physiotherapy modalities and techniques.
- Educate patients and their families on pain management strategies, including exercises and home care techniques.
5-Fall Prevention:
- Conduct fall risk assessments for elderly patients and implement strategies to reduce the risk of falls.
- Organize group sessions and educational workshops on fall prevention and safety awareness within the community.
6-Education and Guidance:
- Offer patient and family education on exercises, self-care, and daily living activities.
- Promote healthy lifestyle choices, proper nutrition, and physical activity to support overall well-being.
7- Collaborative Care:
- Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists, to provide holistic care.
- Attend interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress and make adjustments to care plans.
8- Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards of patient confidentiality.
- Document assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
* Skill Requirements :
- Established ability in producing professional reports.
- Proven experience in information and communication management.
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Time management skills.
- Fluency in Arabic and English is required. Other languages can be an asset.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALITIES
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the staff.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions/ high stress tolerance.
- Motivated and is able to take initiative.
- Good time management
- The ability to build a report with patients from a variety of backgrounds and communicate with their relatives and careers
- Tolerance and patience
- Good physical health and fitness
- Interpersonal skills
- Team working skills
NOTE:
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- Lebanon
- North Lebanon