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MAYASE MWANZA

Lusaka

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven Physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience in hospital and community-based rehabilitation. Passionate about improving patients’ quality of life through evidence-based physiotherapy interventions. Adept at working in dynamic healthcare settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring students. Committed to continuous learning and contributing to innovative rehabilitation strategies.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Department - Physiotherapist

George Health Centre
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2019 - Current
  • Delivering physiotherapy services to ensure high-quality rehabilitation outcomes.
  • Conducting thorough physical assessments, symptom evaluations and treatment planning.
  • Preparing referral notes for multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centred care.
  • Developing and implementing rehabilitation programs to enhance mobility and independence.
  • Supervising and mentoring student interns in clinical practice.

Physiotherapy Technologist

St Francis Mission Hospital
Katete, Zambia
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided physiotherapy interventions to support patient recovery and rehabilitation.
  • Assessed and managed both inpatients and outpatients across a range of specialties, including internal medicine, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, and surgical conditions.
  • Referred patients for specialised care as necessary.

Physiotherapy Technologist

Lumezi Mission Hospital
Lumezi, Zambia
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Delivered physiotherapy treatments to diverse patient populations. Developed individualised rehabilitation programs for improved patient outcomes.
  • Led planning activities to enhance physiotherapy service delivery. Supervised staff to ensure quality rehabilitation care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Lusaka Apex Medical University
01-2018

Diploma - Physiotherapy

Evelyn Hone College
01-2011

Skills

  • Holistic Assessment & Treatment Planning
  • Musculoskeletal & Neurological Rehabilitation
  • Community-Based & Geriatric Rehabilitation
  • Post-Surgical and Orthopaedic Care
  • Health Promotion & Patient Education
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Adaptable, Empathetic & Results-Oriented

Affiliations

  • Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
  • Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
  • Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand (PBNZ)

Certification

  • Occupational English Test (OET)
  • Sports Medicine
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Inclusive Development
  • First Aid
  • Non-operative Management of Fractures
  • Teaching Methodology
  • Home-Based and Palliative Care
  • Club Foot Management

Timeline

Head of Department - Physiotherapist

George Health Centre
01.2019 - Current

Physiotherapy Technologist

St Francis Mission Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019

Physiotherapy Technologist

Lumezi Mission Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2017

Diploma - Physiotherapy

Evelyn Hone College

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Lusaka Apex Medical University
MAYASE MWANZA