The Ryder Albania Association and the Hospices of Hope Network financially supported by Medicor have started the implementation of the Project “Increasing access to palliative care services in Albania by opening the first outpatient palliative clinic in Tirana”
The main objective of this project is to improve the lives of cancer patients, elderly people who struggle with chronic diseases and patients with advanced diabetes within Tirana. It aims to establish an outpatient palliative care service, a comprehensive effort that includes physiotherapy, counseling and the provision of essential medical equipment.
Within the framework of the implementation of this project, the Association Ryder Albania and the Hospices of Hope Network seeks to hire a physiotherapist (part-time) who will be part of the team of the Association Ryder Albania and will offer his/her assistance to the outpatient service for terminal patients and the elderly with chronic diseases.
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
• Use and promote a rehabilitative palliative care and aged care approach.
• To offer physiotherapeutic interventions within the ambulatory center
• To support terminally ill patients and the elderly with chronic diseases.
• To document clinical data in accordance with legal requirements and professional standards.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Be able to perform a holistic assessment to determine an individualized support plan
• To provide advice, information and guidance to relatives, carers and other professionals in order to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy in palliative care and to maximize the rehabilitative potential of patients, ensuring a sustainable approach to care for the patient
• Movement and therapeutic treatment of patients including lifting, assessment of equipment needs, application of relevant movement and handling skills/techniques.
• Applies specialized Physiotherapy knowledge to a range of procedures that are grounded in theory, evidence-based practice and continuing professional development.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
•The candidate must possess a degree in Physiotherapy or the Field of Physical Activity, Health and Recreation at the Bachelor’s level. If you have a Master’s degree, it will be preferable.
•The candidate is required to have specialized training or certification in palliative care or geriatric care as well as continuous participation in continuing education activities.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience as a physiotherapist, experience working with palliative care patients and the elderly with chronic diseases is preferable.
•The candidate must possess the right to practice the profession (license)
• Physiotherapists working in palliative and aged care outpatient services must be able to collaborate effectively with other health care professionals such as doctors, nurses, social workers, carers who engage in assessment and treatment holistic of individual cases, making referrals to other services, both inside and outside the organization, as appropriate.
•The candidate must be equipped with very good communication skills as they will have to work closely with patients, their families and other health care professionals.
•Palliative care and elder care often involve dealing with sensitive and emotional situations. It is important for the physiotherapist to show empathy and compassion to their patients, as this can greatly improve the overall care experience.
Location
Association Ryder Albania, Tirana
Supervision :
Physiotherapists will be supervised by the Head of the Medical Team and the Project Manager
Interested candidates who meet the criteria set out in these Terms of Reference may submit the following documents by February 2, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
– Cover letter explaining your motivation for applying for this position and how you meet the criteria.
– Detailed CV
– A recommendation from a previous employer.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
You can send your applications to the Ryder Albania Association e-mail address: [email protected] or to the postal address: Ryder Albania Association, Street: “Vllazën Huta”, Building no. 90, H4
Please specify in the subject of the email: Application for the position of physiotherapist.