Job Description:
Job reference Number: DCMC-WW-01
Position: Principal Physiotherapist II
Duty Station: DCMC Dodoma
Reports to: Executive Medical Officer

Position Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for helping patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injury, disability or ageing to improve their movement. S/he will devise and review treatment programs using manual therapy (such as massage), therapeutic exercise and electrotherapy. S/he will be responsible for prevention, treatment and alleviation of a wide range of disorders. The Incumbent will carry out work in areas such as gross motor development, postural management, hydrotherapy, orthotic assessment and monitoring, sensory integration, respiratory conditions and orthopedic issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervise staff in physiotherapy department
Assess patient’s physical condition to diagnose musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiothoracic conditions
Treat patients with critical and complex functional disabilities
Create a tailored treatment plan to address patient’s conditions , taking into account their age, fitness levels and any other medical conditions
Apply a range of physiotherapy techniques to address discovered conditions (including tailored exercises, massage therapy, hydrotherapy, breathing and relaxation techniques)
Conduct complex spinal and peripheral joint mobilization techniques
Properly apply equipment to conduct above techniques, including heat packs, ice packs, exercise (gym) equipment and ultrasound and electrotherapy technologies
Teach trauma patients to walk again and use related equipment such as walking frames, splints, crutches and wheelchairs
Educate clients, their families and the general community on how to prevent common musculoskeletal injuries so they can lead a healthy lifestyle
Refer patients to other members of the medical community such as doctors and surgeons if necessary
Plan and implement community physiotherapy/fitness programs
Treat patients with all kinds of ailments – just about anything from sporting injuries and persistent joint problems, to paralysis resulting from strokes and neurological conditions.
Assess and evaluate patients’ range of movement and ability to carry out everyday tasks.
Plan and develop bespoke treatment plans, which help patients to regain their independence and mobility by using purposeful activity.
Perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Preferred Skills:
Qualifications and Experience:
Holder of Diploma in Physiotherapy from recognized institution.
At least nine (9) years working experience in related fieldin a primary health care setting or hospital setting.

MODE OF APPLICATION:
All Applicants are requested to follow the instructions provided. Failure to comply with the instructions may lead to disqualification of your application

The Job Descriptions for the advertised positions will be obtained in DCMCT website. (http://www.dcmct.or.tz/careers )
The job reference number should be clearly indicated on top of the envelope or e-mail Subject/headline

All applications containing letter of application, certified copies of your academic certificates and a detailed CV with at least three referees, should be through post or email (P O Box 658 Dodoma or E-mail: [email protected]).

Closing date and time: Thursday 6 th April 2017 at 16.30 hrs.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview
No hand delivered applications will be processed for these positions All Applications should be in a self-addressed Envelope marked JOB APPLICATION (show Job reference number) to Director Dodoma Christian Medical Centre Trust P.O. Box 658 Dodoma