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'''Lead Editors''' - Your name will be added here if you are a lead editor on this page. [[Physiopedia:Editors|Read more.]] | '''Lead Editors''' - Your name will be added here if you are a lead editor on this page. [[Physiopedia:Editors|Read more.]] | ||
== <br>Patient Access to Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy Services / Entry Point == | == <br>Patient Access to Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy Services / Entry Point == | ||
The Health Service Delivery in the public sector is provided through a network of Secondary/Tertiary Care facilities consisting of 24 hospitals including 5 specialist institutions and Primary Care facilities comprising 348 health centers, managed by the four Regional Health Authorities.<ref name="1">http://www.who.int/countryfocus/cooperation_strategy/ccsbrief_jam_en.pdf</ref><br> | The Health Service Delivery in the public sector is provided through a network of Secondary/Tertiary Care facilities consisting of 24 hospitals including 5 specialist institutions and Primary Care facilities comprising 348 health centers, managed by the four Regional Health Authorities.<ref name="1">http://www.who.int/countryfocus/cooperation_strategy/ccsbrief_jam_en.pdf</ref><br> | ||
Patients are referred by their physicians in hospital settings and private clinics. PT's do not have direct access at this time however they are part of an interdisciplinary team providing care to the patient. | Patients are referred by their physicians in hospital settings and private clinics. PT's do not have direct access at this time however they are part of an interdisciplinary team providing care to the patient. | ||
== Therapist Preparation == | == Therapist Preparation == | ||
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*What is the education process to become a Physiotherapist or Physical Therapist in this country? | *What is the education process to become a Physiotherapist or Physical Therapist in this country? | ||
EDUCATION/TRAINING | EDUCATION/TRAINING | ||
At present the minimum entry requirements are five (5) CSEC/GCE subjects including two (2) science subjects, 2 CAPE or Advanced Level science subjects, sixty (60) volunteer hours and an interview. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduation and registration with the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) that individual is considered a Registered Physical Therapist and can practice legally in Jamaica.<ref name="2">http://www.jpa.org.jm/pages/about-us</ref><ref name="3">www.mona.uwi.edu/admissions/programmes</ref> | |||
Training requires the completion of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree which consists of a three year program which covers the Physiotherapy coursework followed by a 12 months internship <ref name="4">www.healthaccessja.com</ref> | |||
Training requires the completion of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree which consists of a three year program which covers the Physiotherapy coursework followed by a 12 months internship | |||
===== SPECIALIZATION ===== | ===== SPECIALIZATION ===== | ||
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The University of the West Indies began offering the Master of Sports and Exercise Medicine to Physical Therapists in September 2010 (2). Physical Therapy disciplines practiced in Jamaica include: | The University of the West Indies began offering the Master of Sports and Exercise Medicine to Physical Therapists in September 2010 (2). Physical Therapy disciplines practiced in Jamaica include: | ||
Orthopedics,Pediatrics, Neurology, Geriatric, Sports Medicine, Women's Health, Ergonomics, Hydrotherapy, Cardiopulmonary, Manual Therapy | Orthopedics,Pediatrics, Neurology, Geriatric, Sports Medicine, Women's Health, Ergonomics, Hydrotherapy, Cardiopulmonary, Manual Therapy<ref name="4" /> | ||
POST GRADUATE STUDIES | POST GRADUATE STUDIES | ||
Physical therapists may choose to do post graduate studies in their area of choice. Some Physical Therapists in Jamaica are enrolled in, or have completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program offered at Nova Southeastern University. The option for an academic doctorate (PhD) is also available both locally and overseas | Physical therapists may choose to do post graduate studies in their area of choice. Some Physical Therapists in Jamaica are enrolled in, or have completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program offered at Nova Southeastern University. The option for an academic doctorate (PhD) is also available both locally and overseas<ref name="4" /> | ||
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== Professional Associations == | == Professional Associations == | ||
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*What are the typical patient's living conditions, family dynamics, and cultural back ground? | *What are the typical patient's living conditions, family dynamics, and cultural back ground? | ||
The patients range from low income to affluent backgrounds with living conditons varying accordingly. | The patients range from low income to affluent backgrounds with living conditons varying accordingly. | ||
== Delivery of Care == | == Delivery of Care == | ||
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*Special methods? Home health etc | *Special methods? Home health etc | ||
Some therapists provide care in home settings. | Some therapists provide care in home settings. | ||
== Type of Health System == | == Type of Health System == | ||
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*Is it a national health system with universal access? | *Is it a national health system with universal access? | ||
Public hospitals provide universal access, however patients may choose to seek services in private hospitals and clinics. | Public hospitals provide universal access, however patients may choose to seek services in private hospitals and clinics. | ||
== Payment System == | == Payment System == | ||
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*What methods to patient use to pay for service? (Insurance, bartering etc.)<br> | *What methods to patient use to pay for service? (Insurance, bartering etc.)<br> | ||
Insurance coverage, cash payments | Insurance coverage, cash payments | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Also collected information via interviews with Physiotherapists currently practicing in Jamaica. | Also collected information via interviews with Physiotherapists currently practicing in Jamaica. | ||
[[Category:Articles]] [[Category:Worldwide_Physical_Therapy_Practice_Project]] | [[Category:Articles]] [[Category:Worldwide_Physical_Therapy_Practice_Project]] | ||
Revision as of 21:42, 3 September 2012
Original Editor -Laurel Walters
Lead Editors - Your name will be added here if you are a lead editor on this page. Read more.
Patient Access to Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy Services / Entry Point[edit | edit source]
The Health Service Delivery in the public sector is provided through a network of Secondary/Tertiary Care facilities consisting of 24 hospitals including 5 specialist institutions and Primary Care facilities comprising 348 health centers, managed by the four Regional Health Authorities.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive title
Patients are referred by their physicians in hospital settings and private clinics. PT's do not have direct access at this time however they are part of an interdisciplinary team providing care to the patient.
Therapist Preparation[edit | edit source]
Degree/Credentialing[edit | edit source]
- What is the education process to become a Physiotherapist or Physical Therapist in this country?
EDUCATION/TRAINING
At present the minimum entry requirements are five (5) CSEC/GCE subjects including two (2) science subjects, 2 CAPE or Advanced Level science subjects, sixty (60) volunteer hours and an interview. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduation and registration with the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) that individual is considered a Registered Physical Therapist and can practice legally in Jamaica.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive titleCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive title
Training requires the completion of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree which consists of a three year program which covers the Physiotherapy coursework followed by a 12 months internship Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive title
SPECIALIZATION[edit | edit source]
- Do clinicians specialise in certain areas of care and if so how?
The University of the West Indies began offering the Master of Sports and Exercise Medicine to Physical Therapists in September 2010 (2). Physical Therapy disciplines practiced in Jamaica include:
Orthopedics,Pediatrics, Neurology, Geriatric, Sports Medicine, Women's Health, Ergonomics, Hydrotherapy, Cardiopulmonary, Manual TherapyCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive title
POST GRADUATE STUDIES
Physical therapists may choose to do post graduate studies in their area of choice. Some Physical Therapists in Jamaica are enrolled in, or have completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program offered at Nova Southeastern University. The option for an academic doctorate (PhD) is also available both locally and overseasCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name cannot be a simple integer. Use a descriptive title
Professional Associations[edit | edit source]
- What are the professional associations associated with Physiotherapy or Physial Therapy in this country?
Upon completion of the 12 month intership program, Physical Therapists are eligible for registration with the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM). This was replaced by the Health Professions Council on April 1, 2002 At the national level, Physical Therapists are represented by the Physiotherapy Association of Jamaica (2).
Information about the Patient Community[edit | edit source]
- What is the population these PT’s serve? PT's serve the general population from pediatrics to geriatrics
- What are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in the population served? The major causes include Post- surgical orthopedics, CVA and Trauma.
Social/Cultural Influences[edit | edit source]
- What is the influence of the family on a patient's health status?
- The family is very involved in providing financial support and as caregivers. The family is also included in interdisciplinary team meetings in the rehabilitation program.
- What are the typical patient's living conditions, family dynamics, and cultural back ground?
The patients range from low income to affluent backgrounds with living conditons varying accordingly.
Delivery of Care[edit | edit source]
- Is delivery of care provided in a timely manner?
- Hospital inpatients and outpatients in private clinics are seen in a timely manner. However, there is a delay for outpatients services in a the public hospital settings.
- Special methods? Home health etc
Some therapists provide care in home settings.
Type of Health System[edit | edit source]
- Is it a national health system with universal access?
Public hospitals provide universal access, however patients may choose to seek services in private hospitals and clinics.
Payment System[edit | edit source]
- What methods to patient use to pay for service? (Insurance, bartering etc.)
Insurance coverage, cash payments
References[edit | edit source]
Also collected information via interviews with Physiotherapists currently practicing in Jamaica.
