Occupational Therapist

NMC Healthcare; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care. The role involves specialized interventions, managing complex cases, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, a HAAD license, and at least 2 years of experience. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for effectively supporting patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved College or University in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum 2 years of practice in Occupational Therapy.
• Excellent command of oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and treatment for patients with speech and swallowing disorders.
• Manage a caseload of patients with complex needs.
• Supervise less experienced therapists and conduct performance appraisals.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Current HAAD license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bachelor of Science(Occupational Therapy)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description

2.1 To provide evaluation and treatment to patients of all ages with speech, language, cognitive-communicative,
voice and swallowing disorders. He/ She will assume delegated responsibility for delivering clinical governance
and service development including settling priorities for this area of service in collaboration with their line
manager.
2.2 To provide specialist Occupational Therapy interventions to adult and Paediatric patients within the chronic,
specialist rehabilitation home care setting. Manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, using evidencebased and client-centered principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. Provide this service
with a caseload of complex cases as an autonomous practitioner, demonstrating high-level problem solving and
clinical reasoning skills, and independence in judgement.
2.3 To manage therapists less experienced with regular supervision and Performance Management appraisals.
Undertake the duties of an Occupational Therapist as defined by the Health Authority Abu Dhabi (HAAD).
2.4 The scope of practice for the professional Senior Occupational Therapist is that which is defined by HAAD.
2.5 An Occupational Therapist is recognized as a responsible and accountable professional within NMCRH-KC.

Responsibilities

3.1 Undertake duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCRH-KC, and
practicing within the standards and ethics of the Occupational therapist profession.
3.2 Working as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participating in team
meetings

3.3 Effectively communicating with staff members, health professionals, clients and family with regards to provision
of services.
3.4 Contributing to, and participating in, education programs for residents, relatives and staff of NMCRH-KC.
3.5 Participating in continuing education and courses updating Occupational therapy techniques and information.
3.6 Ensuring all adverse clinical events are recorded and reported.
3.7 Assisting in the on-going maintenance of a safe work place through involvement in the implementation of safe
systems of work.
3.8 Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace.
3.9 Ensure that all therapists within the team use the analysis of the assessment and risks, to determine therapy
aims and treatment goals, and then formulate intervention plans to reduce the impact of disability and promote
independence, in collaboration with the client, cares, other team members and relevant agencies.
3.10 Identify and select with the client/cares the most appropriate intervention, which balances the complexity of
risk, safety, client/ care choice, independence, areas of conflict, eligibility for service and cost effectiveness.
3.11 Using advanced experience and knowledge assess the client’s needs for specific equipment and adaptations to
allow them to improve or maintain their level of independence. To support staff to prepare and present the
case to the Equipment and Adaptations Panel, to then be responsible for the installation of that equipment,
ensuring that appropriate risk assessments and any necessary training are carried out to ensure that the client
and their cares are safe in its use.
3.12 Using highly advanced clinical reasoning and critical thinking to analyses the assessment made by others for
equipment and adaptations. To act as an approved signatory on a one to one basis, and as Chair of the
Equipment and Adaptation panel.
3.13 To demonstrate highly specialized therapeutic moving and handling skills in the assessment and treatment of
clients. To give highly specialist advice to staff, client, cares and family on the correct manual handling
techniques, undertaking highly specialized manual handling risk assessments.
3.14 To establish a therapeutic relationship with the clients and their cares, to encourage participation in the
therapeutic process. To managing barriers to communication (e.g. different languages), through the use of
advanced interpersonal skills (reasoning, negotiation, motivational tactics).
3.15 To provide emotional support to the client and his/her cares/family in coming to terms with the impact of a
new/ongoing diagnosis and how this disability impacts on their independence in daily activities and enable staff
to develop these skill

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

4.1 Graduate from an approved College or University in Occupational Therapy.
4.2 Current license in country of origin with HAAD license to practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
4.3 Minimum 2 years’ experience of practice in Occupational Therapy.
4.4 Excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
4.5 Ability to work in cordial conditions in group practice in a hospital set up and as a member of a team.
4.6 Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged/disabled person.
4.7 Ability to work with minimal supervision.
4.8 Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational
requirements.
4.9 Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous
improvement.
4.10 Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.