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Biokineticist Vacancy – Zimbabwe

Location: Zimbabwe
Start Date: 1 September 2026

The Back Clinic is expanding and is looking for a passionate, motivated, and patient-focused Biokineticist to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team in Zimbabwe.

We are seeking a dedicated professional who is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while working collaboratively with Doctors, Physiotherapists, Biokineticists, and Administrative staff.

About the Role

As a Biokineticist, you will play a key role in the rehabilitation of patients suffering from back, neck, musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, neurological, sports-related, and chronic conditions. You will be responsible for providing evidence-based rehabilitation programmes aimed at improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized rehabilitation programmes.
• Lead patients through exercise therapy, mobility programmes, stretching, and functional rehabilitation.
• Educate patients on their diagnosis, treatment plan, expected outcomes, and home exercise programmes.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and treatment notes.
• Participate in patient case discussions and clinical meetings.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, physiotherapists, and the clinical team regarding patient progress.

DBC Rehabilitation

• Deliver rehabilitation using the DBC Protocol.
• Perform DBC assessments including EMG measurements, Range of Motion assessments, VAS Pain Scores, Keele Screening Tool, Disability Assessments, and other required outcome measures.
• Encourage patient compliance and participation throughout the rehabilitation programme.
• Provide home exercise programmes at every treatment session.

Non-DBC Rehabilitation

• Assess and manage non-DBC patients.
• Apply appropriate ICD-10 coding.
• Refer complex cases to the Practice Doctor or Physiotherapist where appropriate.
• Provide clear treatment plans and recommendations to practitioners and administration.

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain comprehensive patient records and treatment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Record treatment codes accurately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Report any compliance concerns to the Clinical Lead.

Professional Development

• Maintain all required professional registrations.
• Remain CPD compliant.
• Attend internal and external training.
• Participate in regular team meetings and clinical discussions.

Patient Care

• Deliver exceptional, patient-centred care.
• Provide education, emotional support, and professional guidance throughout the patient's rehabilitation journey.
• Build strong relationships with patients through excellent communication and professionalism.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Biokinetics.
• Current professional registration with the applicable regulatory authority.
• Valid Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• Zimbabwean citizen or legally authorised to work in Zimbabwe.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong administrative and documentation skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and Google Workspace).
• Passion for rehabilitation and patient care.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of DBC rehabilitation systems (advantageous).
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

What We Offer

• A supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment.
• Ongoing mentorship and clinical development.
• Internal training and professional growth opportunities.
• Exposure to specialised rehabilitation protocols.
• Opportunity to work with a highly experienced healthcare team.

Location: Zimbabwe
Start Date: 1 September 2026

If you are passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, proof of professional registration, and supporting documents as part of your application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Work Location: In person