Physical Therapist – Post-Mastectomy or Partial Mastectomy

الوصف الوظيفي

Position Title: Physical Therapist

Location: Ramallah &Nablus

Job Type: Full time, Part time (Three days a week in Ramallah& Three days in Nablus)

About Us: Dunya Women’s Cancer Association is a nonprofit organization; it was Established in Ramallah in 10/01/2022. Dunya Association believes that quality health is a right for all and works to provide free services for marginalized groups and social hardship cases, which annually form more than 30% of the total number of beneficiaries

Vision: Quality Health is a Right for All.

Mission: Dunya Association works to protect women and girls from tumors by providing quality preventive and diagnostic services for women's tumors, increasing societal awareness of the importance of early detection, and influencing policies and legislation.

Dunya Women’s Cancer Center was established in Ramallah in 2011 as a non-profit center and since 2022 dunya is under the umbrella of Dunya Women's Cancer Association. It is the first and only center in Palestine specialized in diagnosing breast and gynecological tumors.

The center has a multidisciplinary team including but not limited to: radiologists, radiology technicians, oncologist, Oncological surgery doctor, women’s doctor, nurses, lab technician and administrative staff.

Job Summary: The Physical Therapist will provide physical therapy services to women who have undergone a mastectomy or partial mastectomy, focusing on improving functional ability, reducing pain, and supporting the healing process. Responsibilities include assessing patients' physical conditions and developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Physical Assessment:

Conduct comprehensive physical assessments of patients who have undergone mastectomy or partial mastectomy.
Determine range of motion, muscle strength, and any movement restrictions or pain.
Developing and Implementing Treatment Plans:

Design individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, including exercises for muscle strengthening, range of motion improvement, and pain reduction.
Implement physical therapy sessions using various techniques such as manual therapy, stretching exercises, and other modalities.
Education and Guidance:

Educate patients on how to perform exercises correctly and minimize risks associated with physical activity post-surgery.
Provide guidance on managing potential side effects and physical changes after mastectomy.
Collaboration with Medical Team:

Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and integrated care.
Share information and updates about patient progress with the medical team to achieve treatment goals.
Progress Evaluation and Monitoring:

Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed based on patient response and condition changes.
Document and analyze treatment outcomes to assess the effectiveness of strategies used.
Reporting and Documentation:

Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, patient progress, and assessments.
Prepare regular reports on patient status and treatment progress.

متطلبات الوظيفة

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or a related field. A Master’s degree or additional certifications in physical therapy is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in providing physical therapy, preferably in cancer care or post-surgical rehabilitation.
Skills: