About This Role
This role places you at the intersection of clinical science and compassionate patient care within a growing private healthcare facility in Addis Ababa. As a Physiotherapist at New Leaf Medical Complex, you will be expected to take ownership of each patient’s recovery journey—from initial assessment through to tailored treatment plans and ongoing progress evaluation. It is suited for a hands-on practitioner who thrives in a multidisciplinary setting and is comfortable working with a diverse caseload that includes post-surgical, injury-related, neurological, and chronic conditions.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The employer is looking for a clinician who can independently assess and adapt treatment strategies, not simply follow a fixed routine. The emphasis on “evidence-based rehabilitation programs” signals that they value critical thinking and current knowledge of physiotherapy techniques over years of experience alone. Candidates with 1–3 years of experience are likely expected to be confident in manual therapy and exercise prescription, yet still open to mentorship within a team of other healthcare professionals.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should highlight specific examples of how you have designed and adjusted treatment plans based on patient progress—avoid generic statements about being “passionate about helping people.” Emphasize your familiarity with common rehabilitation needs in Ethiopia, such as post-surgical recovery or chronic pain management, and mention any experience collaborating with other medical staff like orthopedists or neurologists. The employer will prioritize your ability to communicate clearly with patients and colleagues, so include evidence of patient education or team-based care.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a physiotherapist with 1–3 years of clinical experience who is ready to work independently but within a supportive team environment. Given the specialized nature of the role and the private-sector setting, competition is moderate—well-prepared candidates with strong assessment and communication skills will stand out.
Job Summary
The Physiotherapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering evidence-based rehabilitation programs to restore patient mobility, reduce pain, and improve functional independence. The role supports recovery for post-surgical, injury-related, neurological, and chronic conditions while ensuring high standards of patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Patient Assessment & Treatment Planning
- Conduct comprehensive physical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Set measurable rehabilitation goals based on patient conditions
- Continuously evaluate and adjust treatment approaches
2. Rehabilitation & Therapy Delivery
- Provide physiotherapy interventions including manual therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy
- Support post-operative and injury rehabilitation programs
- Educate patients and caregivers on home-based exercises and preventive care
3. Clinical Quality & Safety
- Ensure safe therapy practices and adherence to clinical protocols
- Monitor patient progress and prevent complications
- Maintain hygiene and safety standards during therapy sessions
4. Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records and treatment documentation
- Prepare progress reports and communicate outcomes to physicians
5. Team Collaboration
- Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning
Qualifications & Requirements
- BSc in Physiotherapy (MSc is an advantage)
- Valid professional license
- Minimum 1–3 years of relevant clinical experience
- Strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and patient care practices
- Excellent communication and patient handling skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Multilingual (English, Tigrigna, Somalia, Oromifa, Arabic) an advantage
How To Apply
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit the following documents:
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Application / Cover Letter
Copies of educational credentials
Copies of relevant certificates and testimonials
Other supporting documents as applicable
Important Note
Applicants must clearly indicate the position title include your current city/town of residence in the subject line of the email or application document.
Submission Address
By Email
hr@newleaffertility.org
In Person
New Leaf Medical Complex PLC (NLMC) Lebu, In front of Tomoca Coffee, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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