Physiotherapist Male/Female

WORLD is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit development organization that was established by a group of young and energetic people who were highly motivated and committed to contributing their time, skills, and energies to the development and empowerment of socially disadvantaged and vulnerable communities in Afghanistan to address poverty and gender-based discrimination.

WORLD currently works across all 15 provinces of Afghanistan, including Ghor, Nangarhar, Kunar, Laghman, Nuristan, Khost, Paktya, Kunduz, Mazar, Kapisa, and Parwan, particularly in research, health emergencies, Gender-Based Violence, and other public health activities. Our existing donors included UN agencies, embassies, and Government bodies.

WORLD believes that networking, collective efforts, sharing of knowledge, resources, and information are key to success in addressing the developmental issues and challenges. Keeping this critical fact in mind, the organization always seeks to join all such forums and networks that directly align with its mission and objectives. WORLD could also be labeled as an implementing organization that aims to design and implement various developmental projects with the financial and technical support of international donor agencies and the government

Job Summary

The Physiotherapist is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, and implementing physiotherapy treatment programs to restore movement and function, reduce pain, prevent disability, and improve patients' quality of life. The Physiotherapist works closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical conditions through examination and medical history.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Provide physiotherapy treatment using evidence-based techniques.
• Treat patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, pediatric, orthopedic, and post-operative conditions.
• Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans accordingly.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment records.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and informed consent.

Patient Care

• Promote patient independence and functional recovery.
• Prevent complications related to immobility.
• Provide pain management through therapeutic interventions.
• Encourage patient participation in rehabilitation programs.
• Support patients with assistive devices such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.

Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Refer patients when specialized care is required.

Quality Assurance

• Follow hospital policies, treatment protocols, and infection prevention standards.
• Maintain physiotherapy equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Attend professional development and continuing education programs.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports.
• Maintain patient registers and statistical data.
• Assist in departmental planning and inventory management.
• Participate in departmental meetings.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT/DPT or equivalent).
• Valid professional registration/license (where applicable).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of clinical physiotherapy experience.
• Experience in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or humanitarian/NGO settings is preferred.
• Experience working with pediatric, orthopedic, neurological, or trauma patients is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Excellent patient assessment skills.
• Strong rehabilitation planning skills.
• Knowledge of physiotherapy techniques and modalities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and electronic medical records).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple patients.

Core Competencies

• Patient-centered care
• Professional ethics and integrity
• Communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Compassion and empathy

Working Conditions

• Hospital, outpatient clinic, rehabilitation center, or community-based setting.
• May require standing for extended periods and assisting patients with mobility.
• May occasionally work evenings, weekends, or emergency shifts depending on organizational needs.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of patients assessed and treated.
• Patient recovery and functional improvement rates.
• Patient satisfaction scores.
• Timely completion of clinical documentation.
• Compliance with treatment protocols and infection prevention measures.
• Attendance and participation in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Accuracy and timeliness of monthly reports.
• Proper maintenance and utilization of physiotherapy equipment.

Code of Conduct

The Physiotherapist shall:

• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Treat all patients with dignity, respect, and impartiality.
• Comply with safeguarding, child protection, and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) policies.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Follow occupational health and safety regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the position.

PESA

PESA is a system or approach designed to improve security management, accountability, and operational efficiency within organizations—particularly NGOs and health or community programs.

Key Points:

• Security: Helps ensure safe working conditions for staff and facilities
• Accountability: Promotes transparency in operations and resource use
• Monitoring: Tracks activities and performance
• Coordination: Improves communication between teams and stakeholders

In many projects, PESA is used to strengthen risk management and reporting systems, especially in challenging environments.

Safeguarding Information means protecting people—especially children and vulnerable adults—from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It is commonly used in organizations like NGOs, schools, hospitals, and community programs.

🔹 Key Points of Safeguarding

• Protection from harm: Ensuring individuals are safe from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
• Prevention: Taking steps to reduce risks before harm happens.
• Respect and dignity: Treating everyone fairly and with respect.
• Confidentiality: Keeping personal information safe and only sharing it when necessary.
• Reporting concerns: Informing the right authority if abuse or risk is suspected.

Email / Application Form: recruitment@world.org.af