We have an urgent need for a physiotherapist to assist at the SIL medical clinic in Ukarumpa, Papua New Guinea. Your service to our community will support the work of Bible translation in the country.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Evaluate and treat patients with injuries, congenital and idiopathic disabilities, and age and disease-induced disabilities
• Work with children who have developmental delays in conjunction with the Speech Therapist and Occupational Therapist
• Provide advice on prevention of injury, as well as education of both patients and medical staff
• Record patient evaluation, treatment and recommendations in their medical records

Qualifications:

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
• Continuing education requirements for licensure from your home country
• Minimum two years’ experience in a variety of settings
• Previous multicultural experience would be helpful
• Preference for working with children of all ability levels

Language and Culture Training:

• Some type of language and culture training course would be helpful but not essential
• Orientation workshops will be provided through our National Centre in Kangaroo Ground, Victoria

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