Burn Rehabilitation Specialist

Job Description

Physiotherapist - Burn Rehabilitation Specialist Location: New Delhi,India On-site Job Type: Full Time - Immediate Joining Position Overview: We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Physiotherapist with hands-on experience in burn injury rehabilitation to join our healthcare team. The candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering targeted rehabilitation protocols for patients recovering from first, second, and third-degree burns, with a focus on scar management, contracture prevention, functional mobility, and pain reduction. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Perform initial and ongoing physiotherapy assessments for patients recovering from burn injuries Design individualized treatment plans focused on: Range of motion (ROM) restoration Contracture prevention and correction Scar tissue management using manual therapy and pressure garments Pain relief techniques including TENS, cryotherapy, etc. Conduct strengthening and mobility exercises to aid in functional recovery Assist in splinting or positioning for joint protection and postural correction (if required) Educate patients and families on home-based exercises, joint protection techniques, and daily activity modifications Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, occupational therapists, nurses, and psychologists Monitor, document, and report patient progress regularly using standardized assessment tools Contribute to rehab planning meetings, discharge planning, and post-care follow-up Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT/MPT) from a recognized institution Minimum 1–3 years of experience in clinical physiotherapy, with at least 1 year in burn or trauma rehabilitation Solid understanding of burn injury physiology, scar maturation, and rehabilitation timelines Familiarity with manual therapy, myofascial release, and post-surgical mobility restoration Strong communication and documentation skills Preferred Skills & Certifications: Certification in Burn Rehabilitation, Advanced Manual Therapy, or Neuro-Musculoskeletal Rehab Experience working in ICU, plastic surgery, or burn unit settings Training in splinting/positioning for contracture prevention (optional but preferred) Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month Schedule: Day shift Ability to commute/relocate: New Delhi, Delhi: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred) Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: burn rehabilitation: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 23/06/2025 Expected Start Date: 02/07/2025