Volunteer Physical Therapist
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Posted 17 Apr 2026
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Location Ghana, Madagascar
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Location Type Location-based
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Finance Voluntary
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Job Type 3 to 12 months
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Industries Health & Medical, Mission
What you will contribute
Evaluate patient’s emotional and physical condition at screening and on ship by performing manual muscle testing, Range Of Motion and other tests as needed
Coordinate and participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of patient treatment plans and goals, utilizing selected physical therapy procedures including physical agents, therapeutic exercise and gait and functional training
Discuss and document treatment goals and therapy with patients, family and staff
Evaluate patients during treatment to determine effectiveness and safety, modifying treatment plan as indicated
Assist with fabrication of orthotics and other supports
Serve as a consultant to physicians and nurses regarding Physical Therapy services
For This Role, You Will Need
Registered Physical Therapist with active license and a minimum of two years’ experience
Experienced with surgical patients preferred, including orthopedics and burn reconstruction, as well as experience in musculoskeletal outpatients
Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
Fluent in English
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Mercy Ships UK
Operating the world's largest charity-run hospital ship, Mercy Ships offers the opportunity to bring hope and healing to the world's forgotten poor. We need your skills, whether you're an engineer, cook, nurse, teacher, deck officer, surgeon or cleaner!
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