Physiotherapist (Cruise Ship) - Worldwide

Miami
7 months ago
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I am looking for Physiotherapists to join one of the largest cruise lines in the world.

This person is expected to support the medical team with assessment and treatment of crewmembers as per the Doctors' request and mitigation and prevention of injuries in support to our Safety Officer, Safety team and Staff Captain.

Required Documents upon Boarding:

Physiotherapist must bring the following documents or their photocopies with them when they arrive to the ship: Physiotherapist Diploma and professional license certificates that are valid for the entire lengths of their contract. It is the responsibility of the Physiotherapist to take the courses and tests that are necessary to keep these licenses valid along with any necessary post graduate credits.

Qualifications

Previous working experience as a Physiotherapist for 3 years.
MA degree in Physiotherapy or similar relevant field
Outstanding patient management skills
Compassionate and friendly personality
Critical thinker and problem solver
Intermediate to Advanced verbal and written level of English is required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Diploma /degree from an accredited Physiotherapist school or university.
Valid Physiotherapist license from country or state/province of origin is required.Responsibilities

The Physiotherapist shall understand the Safety and Quality Management System (SQM) and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.
Provide administrative assistance to onboard team including completion of medical forms/reports.
Ensure confidentiality of medical information.
Generally, it is the responsibility of the physiotherapist to become fully versed with the policies and procedures of the ship.. Provide regular Ergonomics Awareness Training (SQM 8.26) to crew in critical departments: Food Service, Food Preparation, Housekeeping, Entertainment. This training should include proper lifting, materials handling, and stretching techniques.

. Provide one on one or small group training to new / joining crew in critical departments: Food Service, Food Preparation, Housekeeping, Entertainment.

. Coordinate/oversee pre-shift stretching exercises in critical departments: Food Service, Food Preparation, Housekeeping, Entertainment.

. Regularly observe operations in key departments and note potentially dangerous work activities including erroneous lifting, pushing, or pulling techniques that could result in injury. Provide real time feedback and training to the crew members performing these activities.

. Monitor on-board muscle-skeletal injuries and focus attention (oversight and training) on departments and work functions with heightened injury statistics.

. Monitor on-board Tele-PT program and patient progress. Follow-up with crew members who are non-compliant with Tele-PT program

The Physiotherapist must participate in all lifeboat and emergency drills held on board unless excused by the Staff Captain and in accordance to her/his emergency duties.
The Physiotherapist must also assist in maintaining a proper inventory level of pharmaceutical and medical supplies needed for the proper performance of her/his duties.
Maintain current medical records in SeaCare for all crew members that have benefited from physiotherapy assessment and/or treatment.
Organize the daily schedule in conjunction with the Sr Doctor including but not limited to appointments for patients, training, safety meetings, shipboard injury mitigation and prevention programs, reporting to shoreside and shipboard team, etc. Each Physiotherapist will serve at scheduled times each day.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Dimensions

The Physiotherapist always needs to be available in order to assist the Medical and Safety team with any medical cases and injury prevention matters.

Nature and Scope

The Physiotherapist should carry a handphone ready to respond to emergencies.
The incumbent must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment; also, must be able to adjust to changes in schedules, assignments and deadlines.Attributes

Must always maintain a positive behavior.
Must work well with Medical Centre team members
Passionate about hospitality and customer service driven
Must have a professional appearance and good hygiene
Respect for all co-workers and guests
Impeccable behavior aboard the ship.
Maintains decorum outside the medical centre to the highest standards.
Alcohol intake is unacceptable while on duty.
Pride in your work by creating positive energy, excitement and fun.
Able to work 7 days a week.
Demonstrate positive behaviors; smiling, being polite and courteous.
Able to develop a camaraderie with team members.
Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with other cabin-mates
All team members must be physically able to participate in emergency lifesaving procedures and drills. All vessel positions require full use and range of arms and legs as well as full visual, verbal and hearing abilities to receive and give instructions in the event of an emergency including the lowering of lifeboats.
Work within different temperature changes-indoors to outdoors.
Able to pass basic safety course.
This is a minimal description of duties. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as business or maritime law dictates.

You do not need to have cruise ship experience for this position.

Benefits:

Worldwide travel
Cruise line arranges and pays for your flights to and from the vessel
All accommodation, food and uniform provided onboard for free
Safety training completed onboard for free

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