Physiotherapist Volunteers

Number of Vacancies: 03
Payment Grade: Full Time
Reporting to: Therapies Supervisor
Department: Medical

Overall Job Objective

To provide treatment for physical problems resulting from illness, injury or disability and assists the rehabilitation process by developing and restoring the function of the body enabling patients to improve their mobility.

Functional Outputs/Activities per Key Performance Area

Assessment of Patient Assessment

Provides assessment, plans care and delivers a range of physical treatments to resolve, restore or maintain physical based conditions.
Assesses, treats and monitors mobility problems providing appropriate assistance from walking aids and supports.

Treatment Function

Provides treatment to reduce pain, increase mobility and limit secondary functional disability providing effective and evaluated individualized programs of care.
Participate in ward rounds to communicate treatment plans and supports the medical team in providing holistic patient centered care.

Multidisciplinary Team Function

Provides support to the medical multidisciplinary team by providing physiotherapy-based assessment of the patient’s physical conditions.
Ensures the patient’s needs and progress is communicated to other members of the medical multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
Attends the medical multidisciplinary team reviews as appropriate.

Medical Recordkeeping Function

Maintains accurate and comprehensive treatment notes keeping a clinical record of treatment interventions.

Occupational Health & Safety

To work in such a way that does not cause injury to yourself, other staff members or customers.
Following & complying with Health & Safety policies, processes & applying them to one’s work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required.
Participating in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-being in the workplace Identifying, reporting & self-managing hazards where appropriate.
Early and accurate reporting of incidents at work and raising issues of concern when identified.

Continuing Education

Stay current with the latest advancements in therapy practices through continuing education and professional development.
Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Financial Management

Managing and accounting for allocated resources, especially the consumables, by compiling and submitting relevant reports.
Ensuring adherence to the unit budget to ensure optimal use of resources.

Risk Management

Evaluating the patient’s medical history, the potential benefits of the procedure, and the associated risks.
Continuously assesses risk inherent in department and ensures adherence to mitigation measures in place.

Compliance

Adhering to high ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality is paramount.
Adhere to all CoRSU policies.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Competencies

A Diploma in Physiotherapy or Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
Must be registered with the Allied Health Professional’s Council.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse environment.
Have Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies.
Have Strong clinical skills and knowledge of therapeutic techniques.
Have Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Procedure

Qualified persons should submit their applications (detailed CV with a cover letter plus copies of Academic Qualifications) to:

The Head of Human Resources
CoRSU Hospital
P.O. Box 46, Kisubi

Or email: recruitment@corsuhospital.org

Applications should be submitted before midnight of Friday, 24th July 2026. The Title of the Job you are applying for and the name of the Applicant should be the subject of the email.