Flexible Part-Time Physiotherapist – Welkom
Job Details
- Position: Flexible Part-Time Physiotherapist
- Location: Welkom
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Career Growth Opportunity: Long-term career development and leadership potential
- Earning Structure: Performance-based earning potential
Job Description
This position is ideal for an ambitious and self-motivated Physiotherapist who is passionate about patient care and interested in building a long-term career within a growing practice. The successful candidate will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with musculoskeletal conditions, particularly back and neck-related disorders, while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
The role offers flexibility, professional growth, leadership opportunities, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to the development of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Assessment and Treatment
- Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments.
- Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans.
- Treat patients presenting with back and neck conditions.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans where necessary.
Clinical Procedures
- Apply Dry Needling techniques where appropriate.
- Perform strapping and taping interventions.
- Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy treatments.
- Implement rehabilitation and recovery programs.
- Educate patients on injury prevention and self-management strategies.
Patient Care and Relationship Management
- Provide professional and compassionate patient care.
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Ensure excellent patient satisfaction and outcomes.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and professional ethics.
- Promote patient-centered healthcare services.
Administration and Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes.
- Manage clinical documentation and reports.
- Utilise medical billing systems effectively.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and professional standards.
Practice Growth and Development
- Contribute to business growth initiatives.
- Demonstrate leadership and ownership within the practice.
- Support the development of clinical services.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Assist in building a positive and professional practice culture.
Minimum Requirements
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered Physiotherapist.
Registration
- Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa for 2026/2027.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years’ post-community service experience.
- Experience assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions.
- Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
Additional Certifications
Essential
- Completed Dry Needling Course.
- Completed Strapping Course.
Location Requirement
Essential
- Must reside within 40 km of Welkom practice.
Skills and Competencies
Clinical Skills
- Musculoskeletal assessment and treatment.
- Back and neck condition management.
- Dry Needling techniques.
- Strapping and taping.
- Rehabilitation planning.
- Clinical problem-solving.
Communication Skills
- Excellent English communication skills.
- Ability to explain treatment plans clearly.
- Strong patient education skills.
Advantageous
- Afrikaans communication skills.
Technical Skills
- Medical billing systems.
- Google Workspace (Google Suite).
- Microsoft Excel.
- Electronic patient record systems.
Organisational Skills
- Time management.
- Patient scheduling.
- Documentation accuracy.
- Administrative efficiency.
Personal Attributes
- Self-driven and independent.
- Highly organised.
- Quick learner.
- Empathetic and patient-focused.
- Energetic and motivated.
- Professional and ethical.
- Leadership potential.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.