Job Description – Physiotherapist

PapayaCare Assisted Living & Senior Care

Position: Full-Time Physiotherapist
Location: PapayaCare, Near Tri Mandir, Kalol Highway, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Working Hours: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Qualification: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) / Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)
Experience: 1–3 years preferred; fresh graduates with strong clinical skills may apply.

About PapayaCare

PapayaCare is a 100-bed assisted living and senior care facility specializing in geriatric care, dementia care, rehabilitation, post-hospitalization recovery, and palliative care.

We are looking for a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Full-Time Physiotherapist who is passionate about improving the mobility, independence, comfort, and overall quality of life of elderly residents.

Key Responsibilities1. Physiotherapy Assessment & Treatment

- Conduct initial and periodic physiotherapy assessments of residents.
- Develop individualized physiotherapy and rehabilitation plans.
- Provide daily physiotherapy sessions based on residents' medical conditions and functional abilities.
- Deliver treatment for age-related weakness, joint stiffness, arthritis, neurological conditions, and mobility limitations.
- Provide post-stroke rehabilitation, post-surgical rehabilitation, and recovery support following hospitalization.
- Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as required.

2. Geriatric Rehabilitation & Mobility

- Improve residents' balance, strength, flexibility, coordination, and walking ability.
- Conduct gait training, transfer training, and mobility exercises.
- Implement fall-prevention exercises and rehabilitation programs.
- Help bedridden and wheelchair-dependent residents maintain mobility and prevent contractures.
- Encourage residents to achieve the highest possible level of functional independence.

3. Group Exercise & Wellness Activities

- Organize daily group exercise sessions for residents according to their physical abilities.
- Conduct chair exercises,



stretching, breathing exercises, and gentle strengthening activities.
- Develop special exercise programs for residents with dementia or limited mobility.
- Encourage active aging through regular physical activities and participation.
- Coordinate with the activity team to integrate physical wellness into residents' daily routines.

4. Bedridden & High-Dependency Resident Care

- Provide passive and active-assisted range-of-motion exercises.
- Support positioning, safe transfers, and prevention of joint stiffness and contractures.
- Provide appropriate respiratory physiotherapy when clinically indicated.
- Work closely with nursing and caregiving teams to ensure safe mobilization.
- Support comfort-focused mobility for palliative care residents based on their care goals.

5. Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain accurate physiotherapy assessment records and individualized treatment plans.
- Document daily treatment sessions, resident participation, and progress.
- Conduct periodic reviews of functional mobility and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Maintain records in accordance with PapayaCare's quality standards and applicable NABH requirements.
- Report any significant changes in residents' mobility, pain, or physical condition to the nursing and medical teams.

6. Team Coordination & Family Communication

- Coordinate with doctors, nurses, caregivers, and floor coordinators.
- Train caregivers in secure transfers, positioning, walking assistance, and basic mobility exercises.
- Communicate rehabilitation goals and progress to residents and their families when appropriate.




- Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and resident reviews.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of geriatric physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
- Knowledge of neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic conditions, and fall prevention.
- Ability to work with elderly residents, including those with dementia and cognitive impairment.
- Good communication skills in Gujarati, Hindi, or English.
- Patience, empathy, professionalism, and a resident-centered approach.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the healthcare team.
- Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.

Expected Performance & Outcomes

The physiotherapist will be expected to:

- Ensure all residents requiring physiotherapy have documented assessments and care plans.
- Deliver scheduled individual and group physiotherapy sessions consistently.
- Improve or maintain residents' functional mobility wherever clinically achievable.
- Support PapayaCare's fall-prevention and safe-mobility initiatives.
- Maintain timely and accurate physiotherapy records.
- Train and guide caregivers on safe resident handling and mobility assistance.
- Contribute to improved resident comfort, independence, and quality of life.

Working Schedule

Duty Hours: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Weekly Off: As per PapayaCare policy.

Reporting To: Facility Manager / Medical Officer

Why Join PapayaCare?

- Opportunity to work in a specialized geriatric and assisted living environment.
- Exposure to dementia care, rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary elderly care.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of senior citizens.
- Supportive healthcare team and opportunities for professional development.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their updated resume to the PapayaCare HR team.

PapayaCare Assisted Living & Senior Care
Near Tri Mandir, Kalol Highway, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹24,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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