Amarragh Gemmell

Community service physiotherapist currently practicing in a rural district hospital setting with independent responsibility for in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation services. Experienced in managing neurological, orthopaedic, and medically complex patients across a diverse patient population, with a holistic approach to recovery, and independence. Seeking to develop advanced rehabilitation skills within a structured interdisciplinary team, with a particular interest in neurological and functional rehabilitation.

COMMUNITY SERVICE PHYSIOTHERAPIST - DIAMANT DISTRICT HOSPITAL

(2026-01)

Sole physiotherapist responsible for the delivery and coordination of physiotherapy services across in-patient and out-patient settings within a rural district hospital

• Ensure holistic management of a broad and complex caseload across neurological, orthopaedic and musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and general rehabilitation populations, including paediatric, geriatric, burns, amputations, and chronic pain conditions
• Lead the independent functioning of the physiotherapy department, including administration, service organisation, data management, and equipment procurement within a resource-limited setting
• Deliver goal-directed, patient-centred rehabilitation focused on functional recovery, mobility, and safe return to home and community
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to optimise clinical outcomes and support coordinated discharge planning
• Prescribe, source, and train patients and caregivers in the use of assistive devices, including mobility aids and wheelchairs
• Provide caregiver and family education to ensure continuity of care and long-term functional independence
• Conduct home visits to assess environmental barriers and facilitate safe reintegration into the community
• Contribute to community and staff development through patient education initiatives and in-service training for staff

BSC - PHYSIOTHERAPY - UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (2022-01 - 2025-12)

EPWORTH INDEPENDENT HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (2017-01 - 2021-12)