LWF Orthopedic Technologist Jobs 2021 – Kenya NGO Jobs. LWF Kenya looking for “Orthopedic Technologist”. Applicants with a degree in Bachelor Degree may apply on or before 14th Dec 2021.
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is a global communion of national and regional Lutheran denominations headquartered in the Ecumenical Centre in Geneva, Switzerland. The federation was founded in the Swedish city of Lund in the aftermath of the Second World War in 1947 to coordinate the activities of the many differing Lutheran churches. Since 1984, the member churches are in pulpit and altar fellowship, with common doctrine as the basis of membership and mission activity.
LWF Orthopedic Technologist Jobs 2021
The LWF has published a job vacancy announcement on 2nd Dec 2021 for qualified Kenyans to fill in the vacant post of Orthopedic Technologist to be based in Dadaab, Garissa, Kenya.
| Recruiter | Lutheran World Federation |
| Position | Orthopedic Technologist |
| Location | Dadaab, Garissa, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Bachelor Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Three years |
| Application Deadline | 14th Dec 2021 |
LWF Job Vacancy 2021
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identification of clients at risk of postural distortion due to neurological or motor dysfunction through individualized assessment in the rehabilitation centre
- Setting appropriate postural management and therapeutic interventions to improve on the posture of the client.
- Address both the positioning and seated mobility needs of individual with moderate to severe postural dysfunction.
- Maintain joint range of motion and reduce the risk of developing orthopaedic deformities by increasing the number of hours the client spends in symmetrical and therapeutic posture.
- Provision of orthotics and/or equipment to correct posture, mobility and train on the use of the equipment and orthotics.
- Offer advice and instruction on adaptive equipment, orthotics and educating client/family /caretakers on correct posture in order to increase participation in daily activities.
- Working in collaboration with other rehabilitation team members to improve the posture and mobility of the client.
- Offering training on postural management and mobility aid to mid-level therapists and community rehabilitation workers and other agency staff to better address the postural and mobility needs of PwDs
- Maintain records and data relating to patients at the technical unit.
- Supervise the rehabilitation staff in implementation of their duties and responsibilities
- Participate and collect data for operational research.
- Protect clients and support staff by adhering to Infection Control Protocols.
- Conduct awareness creation and sensitize the community on existing and emerging disability issues
- Review and develop additional assessment and/or outcome measurement tools, as required.
- Assist in day-to-day operations of the CBR program to ensure objectives are met.
- Coordinate the technical unit and strengthen collaboration with other rehab units to ensure high quality interdisciplinary care to clients
- Design and carry out training programs for rehabilitation staff i.e. through capacity building, mentoring, modelling, observing and conducting supervision sessions.
- Facilitate home based assessments, therapy, follow ups and referrals for Persons with disabilities (PwDs)
- Carry out and prepare regular reports documenting CBR activities and progress achieved toward project goals.
- Work closely with CBR committee, maintain links with community leaders and provide timely and accurate information to the community on project activities
Position in Organization:
- Orthopedic Technologist
- Dadaab, Garissa
- County, Kenya
- Full-time
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Orthopaedics Technology or Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology from KMTC.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of progressive experience as an Orthopaedic Technologist.
How to Apply LWF Orthopedic Technologist Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://lutheranworld.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0sdf5/
The Closing Date: 14th Dec 2021.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.lutheranworld.org |
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