CHIPILIRO NDAMBO
Maun,GA
Summary
I am a dedicated and highly skilled physiotherapist registered with CORU (PT063867). I have 6 years of clinical experience across various specialties, including neuro-musculoskeletal, ergonomics, ICU, cardiorespiratory, pediatric, geriatric, women's health, orthopedic, and community-based rehabilitation. I practice and utilize evidence based interventions with client-centered and family centered approaches, empowering patients to make informed decisions in managing their conditions. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver a holistic, patient centered care, optimizing outcomes through specialized expertise, efficient resource use, and effective problem solving. With a solid foundation in both academic and clinical practice, I am committed to advancing health outcomes and contributing meaningfully to the field across all levels of care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist
Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital
Maun
09.2022 - Current
- Assessing patients using standardized assessment forms for different conditions such as neurological conditions (for pediatric e.g cerebral palsy etc and adult neuro e.g CVA, spinal cord injuries etc), musculoskeletal/orthopedic conditions, and general assessment forms
- Diagnosing and treating patients following standardized treatment guidelines for each condition as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while prioritizing the treatment based on the established goals identified from the assessment
- Rehabilitating patients though use of manual therapy, electro-physical modalities and exercises
- Conducting health education through health talk, lectures, exhibitions and different types of media
- Conducting outreach services to designated areas
- Conducting home visits for discharged non-fully functional patients
- Educating patients and their families about their condition and treatment
- Collaborating seamlessly with diverse healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to ensure holistic and comprehensive patient care
- Conducting documentation of patient details by compiling the problem list, treatment plans and goals, and maintaining patient register
- Developing physiotherapy educational materials for such conditions as low back pain, knee osteoarthritis etc
- And distributing them to patients
- Maintaining effective communication and professionalism with colleagues and patients
- Liaising with primary hospitals to identify population requiring rehabilitation services
- Developing and maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practice in clinical area by attending workshops and seminars related to physiotherapy
- Supervising junior staff members such as receptionist and physiotherapy students
- Managing departmental registry and documentation for both in-patients and outpatients
- The details for this documentation include personal data, consent, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care and treatment goals
- Conducting customer satisfaction surveys by issuing questionnaires to patients, analyzing the responses and developing a plan for rectifying the identified gaps to improve the quality of service delivery
- Conducting clinical audits for common conditions such as CVA, LBP, Knee OA, THR and TKR to evaluate whether or not patients receive adequate care according to the guideline/protocol in the Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital (LIIMH) Physiotherapy Service
- Conducting documentation audits for common conditions such as CVA, LBP, Knee OA, THR and TKR to assess the compliance of the Physiotherapy department to the departmental SOPs on documentation and make recommendations based on the identified gaps and implement them
- Patronizing clinical meetings and ward rounds through which patient management cases are presented and discussed in promotion of best patient care
- Budgeting for departmental expenditures and making orders from supplies
- Conducting departmental inventory with periodic monitoring of equipment performance and liaising, when necessary, with the hospital maintenance department, for repairs
- Committing to professional development initiatives by utilizing both in-service and external training opportunities
- Writing incidents' reports and submitting them to the risk management office for corrective action to be taken
- Adhering rigorously to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and hygienic treatment environment, while following health and safety guidelines to prevent workplace injuries and incidents.
Physiotherapist & Supervisor
City Physiotherapy Clinic
Gaborone
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Managing patients with a range of conditions, including neurological, neuro-musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory
- Liaising with other healthcare professionals such as GPs, occupational therapists and social workers to exchange information about the background and progress of patients, as well as referring patients who require other medical attention
- Keeping up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patients
- Supervising the staff in regard to physiotherapy services delivery and conducting reflective meetings with the staff members
- Maintaining meticulous and up-to-date patient records, encompassing assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and relevant communications
- Adhering to stringent privacy and confidentiality regulations, prioritizing the protection of sensitive patient information
- Efficiently coordinating and scheduling patient appointments, ensuring seamless communication of appointment details and necessary instructions
- Collaborating with diverse healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to ensure holistic and comprehensive patient care
- Actively participating in team meetings, contributing to discussions on patient cases, treatment plans, and overall patient care strategies
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in physiotherapy through continuous learning, attending workshops, and engaging in relevant training programs
- Engaging in quality improvement initiatives organized by the Botswana Ministry of Health, striving to enhance the delivery of physiotherapy services
- Proactively utilizing feedback from both patients and colleagues to drive improvements in both clinical and administrative processes
- Maintaining oversight of the proper functioning of physiotherapy equipment, ensuring its maintenance and functionality
- Adhering rigorously to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and hygienic treatment environment, while following health and safety guidelines to prevent workplace injuries and incidents
- Fostering liaison with healthcare professionals for exchanging patient information and referrals
- Conducting reflective meetings with staff members, fostering an environment of continuous improvement
- Conducting and supervising billing processes, utilizing International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding and ensuring timely submission of claims to insurance companies
- Managing departmental budgeting, including expenditures and orders for necessary supplies
- Planning and organizing educational programs to stay updated with the latest developments, techniques, and best practices in physiotherapy through in-service training
- Effectively managing conflicts among colleagues, ensuring a positive work environment and delivering high quality patient care through empathy, active listening, and commitment to constructive solutions
- Conducting customer satisfaction surveys, analyzing responses, and developing quality improvement plans to enhance the quality of service delivery
- Managing the departmental registry and documentation for patients, including personal data, consent, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, and treatment goals
- Writing comprehensive physiotherapy progress reports and ergonomic recommendations for patients, when required.
Consultant Physiotherapist
24-Hour Physiotherapy Clinic
Lilongwe
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Evaluating the medical history and the movement and functional abilities of patients
- Developing treatment plans based on medical diagnoses and prescriptions
- Providing treatment using manual therapy and rehabilitation equipment such as ultrasound, infrared and TENS
- Motivating patients to develop their strength and perform exercises by themselves without supervision
- Keeping updated patient records detailing all therapy provided such as treatment and results
- Making referrals and discharging patients.
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Kamuzu Central Hospital
Lilongwe
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Assessing, evaluating and treating children with physical illnesses caused by neurological and musculoskeletal disorders such as cerebral palsy
- Consulting and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide pediatric care
- Providing quality physiotherapy treatment to the highest possible levels
- Providing ergonomic advice and home exercise programs to patients
- Assisting in the clinical supervision of medical students from College of Medicine, University of Malawi.
Part-Time Science Teacher
Chisomo Private Secondary School
Lilongwe
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Ensuring that all lessons are planned with clear aims and objectives
- Ensuring that all lessons are delivered in line with the departmental schemes of work and school policies
- Encouraging and fostering intellectual curiosity, check that all subject matter is effectively communicated and understood by all groups of students
- Ensuring that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently, and keep work areas tidy and organized to promote safety in the laboratory.
Intern Physiotherapist
Kamuzu Central Hospital
Lilongwe
12.2017 - 11.2018
- Assessing and treating all patients with neurological, musculoskeletal, burns, ICU, cardiorespiratory, pediatric, women's health and orthopedic conditions with respect
- Developing professional rapport with patients and staff
- Presenting self with confidence in knowledge base
- Asking questions that demonstrate application of classroom knowledge to clinical practice
- Researching any knowledge deficits through textbooks, journal articles and clinicians
- Becoming familiar with various clinical tests used to assess balance, pain, muscle, and joint stiffness, mobility, and function
- Incorporating results from clinical tests into appropriate treatment plans
- Maintaining and keeping the hospital environment tidy
- Attending to Continuous Professional Development
- Attending to Hospital meetings and presentations
- Assisting in clinical supervision of students from University of Malawi, College of Medicine.
Education
Master of Science: Public Health - Community nursing
University of Suffolk UK
06.2024
Bachelor of Science: Physiotherapy (Honors) -
University of Malawi, College of Medicine
06.2017
High School Diploma -
Chisomo Private Secondary School
10.2009
Skills
- Post-operative care
- Rehabilitation strategies
- Cardio-respiratory interventions
- Individual care plans for patients
- Pain Management Techniques
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Geriatrics experience
- Culturally aware
- Safety Management
- Time management proficiency
Training
- Health Services Management
- Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care
- Global Health Policy
- Pain Free Hospital Initiative Training (PFHIT)
Accomplishments
- I am contributing to the achievement of quality health service delivery at Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital, physiotherapy department by following and complying with the Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa (COHSASA) standards.
- I facilitated multidisciplinary team work between physiotherapy department and oncology pediatric ward at Kamuzu Central Hospital during my internship. I initiated the provision of physiotherapy services to these children and I successfully advocated for the establishment of a permanent pediatric oncology physiotherapist in that ward.
- I facilitated the improved service delivery at City Physiotherapy clinic which was proved by an increased satisfaction rate by clients. This was achieved through my leadership which included supervision and motivation of the staff to keep up a hardworking spirit with high quality service delivery which prioritizes patient care.
- I chaired the Church of Central African Presbyterian Students' Organization (CCAPSO), CCAPSO Choir and Church on University campus morning devotion during my undergraduate studies at College of Medicine, University of Malawi.
- I have proven excellent leadership skills in clinical supervision to Physiotherapy students both at Kamuzu Central Hospital (Malawi) and Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital (Botswana).
Languages
- Chichewa
- English
Certification
- CORU-Ireland (PT063867)
- Botswana Health Professions Council (HP12294)
- Medical Council of Malawi (MCM/PHY/0248)
Hobbies and Interests
- Doing research even casually
- Reading and writing research related articles
- Listening to music
- Watching soccer
References
- Mr. Solomon Mudakureva (HOD- Physiotherapy), Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital, P.O Box 12, Maun, BOTSWANA, +267 74527489, smudakureva@gmail.com
- Mr. Anderson Mughogho (HOD; Lecturer), University of Malawi, College of Medicine, Private Bag 360, Blantyre 3, MALAWI, +265 995565784, amughogho@medcol.mw
- Mr. Samson Munthali (HOD- Physiotherapy), Ministry of Health and Population, +265 999 099 570, kchphysiotherapy@gmail.com; samsonmunthali@yahoo.com
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the statements made in this curriculum vitae are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Declarationlocation
Maun, BOTSWANA
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/04/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Malawian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christianity
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Letsholathebe II Memorial Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Physiotherapist & Supervisor
City Physiotherapy Clinic
08.2019 - 08.2022
Consultant Physiotherapist
24-Hour Physiotherapy Clinic
01.2019 - 07.2019
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Kamuzu Central Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2019
Part-Time Science Teacher
Chisomo Private Secondary School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Intern Physiotherapist
Kamuzu Central Hospital
12.2017 - 11.2018
Master of Science: Public Health - Community nursing
University of Suffolk UK
Bachelor of Science: Physiotherapy (Honors) -
University of Malawi, College of Medicine
High School Diploma -
Chisomo Private Secondary School
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