The International Medical Corps is seeking qualified physiotherapists to join its Emergency Response Team (ERT) roster, offering healthcare support in sudden-onset disasters and humanitarian crises worldwide. This roster position provides a unique opportunity for professionals to contribute to life-saving interventions while remaining on standby for rapid deployment.
About International Medical Corps
Founded in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian non-profit dedicated to saving lives, reducing suffering, and building local healthcare capacity. The organization operates in regions affected by natural disasters, conflict, and disease outbreaks, providing:
- Outpatient clinical care
- Healthcare training for local professionals
- Rehabilitation of devastated health systems
- Rapid, needs-based emergency response
International Medical Corps emphasizes a human rights-based approach, ensuring access to healthcare for all populations, particularly the most vulnerable. By collaborating with national health authorities, local partners, and international humanitarian organizations, the organization helps communities recover and achieve sustainable healthcare resilience.
Emergency Response Team (ERT) Roster Overview
The ERT roster allows International Medical Corps to maintain a pool of pre-qualified, trained professionals who can be deployed to emergencies within 48 hours. Roster members:
- Maintain updated professional profiles with the organization
- Complete pre-deployment orientation and documentation
- Are contacted only for emergency response assignments for which they are qualified
- Are compensated only when deployed
This flexible system ensures that healthcare professionals are ready to respond quickly to crises globally while maintaining other professional commitments when not deployed.
Role and Responsibilities of a Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists, also known as physical therapists, focus on restoring and maintaining optimal physical function and mobility for patients affected by injury, illness, or sudden-onset disasters. In the ERT role, physiotherapists will provide critical rehabilitation support in emergency settings.
Key responsibilities include:
Patient Assessment
- Conduct thorough evaluations to determine patients’ physical conditions, limitations, and rehabilitation needs
- Review medical histories and collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care
Treatment Planning
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessments and patient goals
- Implement exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to address mobility, strength, and flexibility
Rehabilitation and Pain Management
- Support patients recovering from surgery, injury, or illness
- Provide therapeutic exercises, stretches, and manual techniques to enhance recovery
- Apply pain management strategies and educate patients on self-care techniques
Education and Collaborative Care
- Instruct patients and families on proper ergonomics and injury prevention
- Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and occupational therapists to coordinate treatment plans
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic patient care
Monitoring and Documentation
- Track patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed
- Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with confidentiality regulations
- Communicate clearly with patients, families, and team members
Qualifications and Requirements
To qualify for the ERT roster, physiotherapists must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Valid license to practice as a physiotherapist
- Certification as a licensed physiotherapist
- Strong clinical, assessment, and rehabilitation skills
- Ability to work effectively in emergency and resource-limited settings
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and patient-centered care
Competencies and Professional Standards
Physiotherapists on the ERT roster are expected to demonstrate:
- Compassion and empathy in patient interactions
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing environments
- Collaboration and teamwork with multidisciplinary teams
- Adherence to ethical and professional standards, including the organization’s Code of Conduct
- Awareness and participation in safeguarding and protection of vulnerable populations
These competencies ensure that the physiotherapist contributes effectively to patient care and overall emergency response objectives.
Safeguarding and Ethical Responsibilities
All ERT personnel are expected to uphold strict safeguarding standards, protecting patients—including children, adults at risk, and marginalized communities—from abuse, exploitation, and harassment. Physiotherapists must also adhere to International Medical Corps’ ethical policies, reporting violations in accordance with organizational guidelines.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the official recruitment portal of International Medical Corps:
- Position: Physiotherapist ERT – Roster
- Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
- Deployment: Emergency response missions worldwide
This roster position provides a high-impact opportunity for physiotherapists to contribute their skills to humanitarian healthcare while supporting global communities in need.
Why Join the ERT Roster
Joining the ERT roster with International Medical Corps allows physiotherapists to:
- Deliver life-saving rehabilitation services during crises
- Work in dynamic, challenging environments with global humanitarian teams
- Support communities in regaining mobility, independence, and quality of life
- Gain experience in emergency healthcare and disaster response
This opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about humanitarian care, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation services.
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