Occupational Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the Middle East seeks an Occupational Therapist focused on delivering high-quality rehabilitation services. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, with a minimum of 6 years experience in a large hospital setting. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, conducting evaluations, and working within an interdisciplinary team. This role is critical in enhancing patient care and outcomes, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and policies. Applicants should be proficient in cognitive rehabilitation and splinting, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in occupational therapy in a large hospital.
• Experience in neuro-rehabilitation across various care settings.
• Demonstrated experience in wheelchair service provision per WHO guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations to identify physiological and psychological issues.
• Develop treatment plans based on individual needs.
• Implement strategies for client self-management and health education.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Proficiency in splinting

Cognitive rehabilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Amana Healthcare is a leading long-term care and rehabilitation provider in the Middle East and GCC, and the region’s pioneer in post-acute care services. It offers comprehensive long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation, transitional care, and home healthcare. As part of the M42 network, Amana is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care tailored to the needs of individuals requiring complex or extended recovery support.

Reporting to the Manager of Rehabilitation, the Occupational Therapist is expected to demonstrate clinical knowledge and understanding relevant to their practice area, aligning with their individual scope of practice. This role requires an awareness of their responsibilities within the patient's care plan, along with a solid understanding of anatomy and physiology, evidence-based practice, and Occupational Therapy services across the lifespan. The Occupational Therapist must also adhere to M42 and comply with DOH/DHA policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Interprets referrals and conducts initial evaluations to identify and diagnose physiological, psychological, and cognitive issues.
• Develops, delivers, and modifies treatment plans tailored to the individual’s physiological, cognitive, and psychological needs.
• Performs ongoing risk assessments and adheres to safety measures during therapy sessions.
• Implements strategies to promote client self-management and health education to enhance overall well-being.
• Completes administrative tasks related to patient care, including documentation, billing, and insurance submissions, in compliance with policies.
• Works with the interdisciplinary team to deliver individualized care throughout the entire treatment process.
• Participates in clinical handovers, inventory maintenance, marketing activities, and defines patient-centered goals, ensuring informed consent and understanding of treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in occupational therapy in a large hospital.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills, with a focus on continuous professional development.
• Proficiency in splinting, particularly for clients with neurological dysfunction.
• Demonstrated experience and formal training in intermediate-level wheelchair service provision (e.g. ISWP or equivalent), in alignment with WHO guidelines.
• Experience in neuro-rehabilitation across post-acute rehabilitation, slow-stream rehabilitation, and long-term care settings.
• Competence in cognitive, perceptual, and psychosocial rehabilitation to enhance daily functioning and participation.