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Physiotherapist

On-site in Granada·Added 3 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Ballesol

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Granada
Contract: Fixed-term contract
Hours: Monday to Friday
Education: University degree

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Skills

Fisioterapeuta

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
MANDATORY Homologation by the Ministry of Education, in the case of foreign qualifications
Be registered with the corresponding Official College of Physiotherapists and up to date with professional association obligations.

Nice to have

Desirable at least one year of previous experience in the geriatric field and knowledge about the user profile of residences.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Temporary contract to cover a leave of absence
Morning shift 9:00 to 14:00, Monday to Friday, holidays off
Salary according to collective agreement
Immediate start
A purposeful work environment where your work has a direct impact on people's quality of life.
Ongoing training and professional development, as well as other advantages and benefits of belonging to Grupo Santalucía.
Collaboration with committed and approachable multidisciplinary teams.

The role

At Ballesol, we have been providing care and support to the elderly for over 40 years, and we are a benchmark in the residential sector with more than 55 centers throughout Spain and a team of over 4,500 professionals committed to comprehensive care, autonomy, and the well-being of our residents.

We are looking to incorporate a Physiotherapist into our Ballesol Granada residence who contributes to improving the quality of life of our residents through prevention, treatment, and physical rehabilitation, promoting their autonomy and daily well-being.

What you'll do

As a Physiotherapist, your mission will be to maintain and enhance the physical autonomy of residents by applying personalized treatments that support their mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Your work, carried out in close collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, aims to prevent dependency and improve the quality of life of older adults.

Assess the physical and functional condition of residents, designing and applying treatment programs aimed at achieving the greatest possible autonomy.
Select and apply the most appropriate physiotherapy techniques and therapies to improve the health, mobility, and well-being of each resident.
Actively participate in the center's multidisciplinary team, providing a comprehensive perspective and coordinating joint interventions for holistic care.
Inform, train, and guide auxiliary staff on procedures related to transfers, mobilizations, and other physiotherapy techniques, ensuring safety and proper handling of residents.
Collaborate on preventive and physical health promotion activities, adapted to the individual and collective needs of the center.
Record and monitor treatments, communicating progress and any incidents to the healthcare team and families when necessary.

About Ballesol

Ballesol is a Spanish company specializing in elderly care, operating a network of residential care homes (residencias de mayores) across Spain. With over 50 centers nationwide, it provides comprehensive care services including nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and socio-cultural activities for the elderly. The company is one of the leading private operators in Spain's senior care sector, serving thousands of residents with a focus on personalized, quality care.

Ballesol has a strong presence throughout Spain, with residential centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza, Valladolid, Vigo, and Tenerife, among others. The company's work culture emphasizes compassionate care and professional development for its staff, including nurses, geriatric assistants, therapists, and maintenance personnel. For international professionals, Ballesol offers opportunities in the growing healthcare and elderly care sector in Spain, with roles that require Spanish language proficiency and often relevant healthcare qualifications, making it a relevant employer for those seeking to relocate and work in the Spanish care industry.

Industry: Elderly Care
Founded: 1987
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona and 13 more
Website: ballesol.es

Good to know if you are moving

Ballesol operates over 50 residential care centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job opportunities in various cities.
The company primarily hires healthcare professionals such as nurses (DUE), geriatric assistants, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, requiring Spanish language skills and relevant qualifications.
Ballesol offers roles in both urban and coastal locations, including Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, and Tenerife, allowing for diverse living environments.
As a leading Spanish elderly care provider, Ballesol provides stable employment in a growing sector, with opportunities for career development in healthcare.
International professionals must have their nursing or healthcare qualifications recognized in Spain (homologación) to work in clinical roles.

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Additional information

At Ballesol, we promote an inclusive, respectful work environment free from any type of discrimination. We value diversity in all its forms and guarantee equal opportunities in our selection processes, without distinction of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that a diverse and committed team is key to providing quality, humane care to our residents.

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