Physiotherapy Technician

Provide a limited Physiotherapy service to Mental Health Care Users according to physiotherapy professional standards of practice and within scope of practice. Conduct basic assessments, carry out treatment in consultation with a registered Physiotherapist and provide feedback regarding patient progress. Educate and train patients on use of assistive devices. Assist physiotherapists with treatment sessions and preparing treatment areas. Be responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of physical resources, assist with monthly stock take, assist in maintaining a neat and organized stockroom. To perform administrative functions as directed by supervisor. Ensure daily capturing of statistics of own caseload and timeous submission to supervisor. Compile reports as required. Assist with relevant clinics as delegated. Participate in health promotion and education and in-service training at institutional and community level. Participate in activities directed at improving the quality of physiotherapy service delivery including audits and implementation of QIPs. Participate in monthly departmental meetings. Serve as a physiotherapy representative on various relevant committees as allocated by supervisor. Ensure attendance of relevant training to obtain the number of CEUs determined by HPCSA to ensure continued HPCSA membership and to ensure personal and professional growth and development. Maintain healthy professional relationships with clients and staff.