ORTHOPAEDIC CLINICAL THERAPIST (1 POSITION)

Job description

OVERVIEWDaeyang Luke Hospital (DLH) is a fast-growing mission hospital operating under the Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM).The hospital believes that every human being is created in the image of God and is committed to glorifying God by loving and serving everyone in need.In pursuit of its goals and objectives, Daeyang Luke Hospital invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, competent and high-integrity individuals for the position of Orthopaedic Clinical Therapist.The successful candidate will assist in managing patients with fractures, dislocations and other musculoskeletal injuries, support orthopaedic procedures, apply and monitor immobilisation devices, and provide patient education and rehabilitation support.JOB TYPE: Full TimeNUMBER OF POSITIONS: One (1)GRADE: KSALARY: Government ScaleCONTRACT DURATION: Two (2) yearsPOSITION: ORTHOPAEDIC CLINICAL THERAPISTDUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Assisting in the management of patients presenting with fractures, dislocations and other musculoskeletal injuries.Applying, maintaining, adjusting and removing plaster of Paris (POP) casts, synthetic casts, splints and other immobilisation devices.Assisting medical practitioners with fracture reduction and immobilisation procedures.Preparing patients and equipment for orthopaedic procedures.Assisting with the application and maintenance of skin and skeletal traction as prescribed.Monitoring patients with casts, splints and traction devices for complications, including swelling, pressure sores, impaired circulation and nerve compression.Promptly reporting complications or deterioration in a patient's condition to the responsible clinician.Assisting with wound care and dressing changes within the technician's authorised scope of practice.Supporting the mobilisation and rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients in collaboration with physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals.Educating patients on cast care, mobility restrictions, warning signs and follow-up requirements.

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Apply by email: daeyang.hospital@gmail.com