DHA Physiotherapist & Fitness Personal Trainer -Silicon Oasis/Jumeirah 1

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About metabolic.health: metabolic.health is a pioneering healthcare facility dedicated to redefining diabetes management through cutting-edge technology, AI-driven care, and a patient-centric approach. Job Summary: We are seeking a licensed Physiotherapist with experience in Fitness Personal trainer/coach and a strong interest in movement, exercise therapy, flexibility, and functional performance, rather than acute or post-surgical rehabilitation. This role sits at the intersection of clinical assessment, insurance-based physiotherapy services, exercise delivery, and patient engagement. The Physiotherapist will conduct structured assessment sessions for different patient cohorts, deliver approved insurance sessions, lead exercise-based sessions in our gym facility, and actively contribute to service growth through appropriate upselling and cross-referrals. The role requires both clinical competence and commercial awareness, with an understanding of insurance coding, approvals, and clinic workflows. Key Responsibilities Clinical Assessments & Program Design: ● Conduct physiotherapy assessment sessions for various patient cohorts (e.g. diabetes, metabolic health, weight management) to identify musculoskeletal dysfunction, postural issues, flexibility and mobility limitations. ● Assess movement patterns, joint mobility, muscular balance, flexibility, and functional capacity. ● Develop individualized movement and exercise plans focused on: ○ Strength, mobility, flexibility, and functional performance ○ Injury prevention and movement optimization ○ Lifestyle-integrated physical activity ● Clearly document findings and recommendations in the clinic's EMR. Insurance-Based Physiotherapy Services: ● Support the team in: ● Understanding applicable insurance physiotherapy codes ● Preparing documentation required for insurance approvals ● Aligning clinical assessments with payer requirements ● Deliver physiotherapy sessions approved under insurance, ensuring: ● Compliance with coding and documentation standards ● Clear clinical justification for ongoing sessions ● Work closely with coordinators and operations teams to ensure smooth patient journeys and minimal claim rejections. Exercise & Gym-Based Sessions: ● Conduct structured exercise sessions using the clinic's gym facilities. ● Deliver both: ● Clinically-oriented exercise sessions linked to physiotherapy care plans ● Performance, mobility, and flexibility-focused exercise sessions ● Ensure sessions are safe, goal-oriented, and aligned with each patient's clinical and lifestyle needs. ● Adapt exercise intensity and programming based on patient progress and engagement. Upselling & Cross-Referral Responsibilities: ● Actively identify opportunities to: ○ Upsell additional physiotherapy or exercise sessions ○ Transition patients from insurance-covered care to cash-based exercise or performance packages where appropriate ○ Educate patients on the value of continued movement-based care beyond their approved sessions. ○ Cross-refer patients to other relevant clinic services and products, including: ■ Exercise coaching ■ Lifestyle or metabolic programs ■ Diagnostic or allied health services ■ Approved clinic products and wellness offerings ● Maintain a professional, ethical, and patient-centered approach to upselling. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: ● Work closely with physicians, exercise coaches, lifestyle coaches, dietitians, and operations teams. ● Contribute to integrated care pathways where physiotherapy, exercise, and medical oversight intersect. ● Participate in case discussions and contribute to optimizing patient outcomes and retention. Understands, follows and supports all hospital infection control programs to ensure patient and staff safety. Mandatory: ● Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited institution ● Valid Physiotherapy license (DHA / HAAD / MOH or eligibility to obtain) ● 2-3 years of clinical experience as a practicing Physiotherapist ● Strong knowledge of: ○ Exercise therapy ○ Movement assessment ○ Mobility and flexibility training ● Comfort working in a gym or exercise-based environment ● Experience in working as a personal trainer in a Gym or as a freelance is mandatory ● Excellent communication skills (English), Arabic a plus Preferred: ● Experience working with insurance-based physiotherapy services ● Familiarity with physiotherapy coding and payer approval processes ● Exposure to wellness, lifestyle medicine, or performance-focused settings ● Interest in preventive care, long-term engagement, and patient retention Skills & Competencies: ● Excellent communication and patient education skills ● Strong documentation and organizational abilities ● Commercial awareness and confidence discussing care plans and follow-on services ● Ability to motivate patients and drive adherence to exercise programs ● Team-oriented mindset with accountability for outcomes What We Offer: ● A dynamic, multidisciplinary clinical environment ● A

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