Occupational Therapist

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Occupational Therapist, where you will empower patients of all ages to regain independence and improve their quality of life. In this fulfilling role, you will work closely with individuals to develop essential skills for daily living and employment. Your expertise will help patients overcome physical, mental, and emotional challenges through personalized therapy sessions. This innovative firm is dedicated to enhancing the lives of its clients, offering a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy required.
• DOH License is mandatory for practice.

Responsibilities

• Help patients develop daily living and work skills.
• Evaluate patient progress and prepare detailed reports.
• Instruct on the use of adaptive equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Motor Skills Development

Problem Solving

Adaptive Equipment Training

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Computer Programs for Therapy

Job description

Occupational therapists help patients of all ages who have limited abilities establish, develop, and/or maintain the ability to complete daily functions and tasks. Through regular therapy sessions, occupational therapists work one-on-one with patients focusing on their individual needs to help them achieve improved quality of life and a sense of independence. Occupational therapy concentrates on ameliorating the physical, mental, social, and emotional sources of patients' disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Helps patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.
• Aids patients in improving their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities.
• Assists patients in performing all types of activities ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs such as dressing, cooking, and eating.
• Incorporates physical exercises to increase patients' strength and dexterity.
• Uses computer programs to help patients improve decision-making, abstract reasoning, problem-solving, perceptual skills, memory, sequencing, and coordination.
• Instructs patients with permanent disabilities in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs and orthotics.
• Designs or makes special equipment needed at home or work.
• Develops computer-aided adaptive equipment.
• Arranges employment, evaluates work environment, plans work activities, and assesses the patients' progress; collaborates with the patient and employer to modify the work environment so work can be successfully completed.
• Assesses patients' homes for hazards and recommends restorative or safety adaptations.
• Provides guidance to family members and caregivers in safe and effective methods of caring for individuals.
• Evaluates patients' progress and prepares reports that detail progress.
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned depending on assignment setting.
• Responsible to complete tasks given by the line manager as and when required.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or Diploma from an accredited institution in Occupational Therapy (minimum three (3) years course duration).

DOH License.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time