Occupational Therapist

SSBZHospital; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sharjah is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver intensive rehabilitation services for patients transitioning from acute care. The successful candidate will assess functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans while working closely with a multidisciplinary team. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy and a valid UAE license are required, along with 2-3 years of clinical experience. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to improving patient outcomes in a modern healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Valid MOH / DHA / DOH license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the UAE.
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience in post-acute rehabilitation or similar settings.
• Demonstrated experience in managing neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation cases.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ functional abilities and ADLs in the post-acute phase.
• Plan and deliver intensive occupational therapy interventions.
• Implement rehabilitation programs and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Skills

Managing post-acute rehabilitation cases

Developing individualized treatment plans

Evidence-based rehabilitation protocols

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Patient education and adaptive techniques

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’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.

Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital is a state-of-the-art hospital serving Abu Dhabi’s Northern Emirates. With 200+ beds and JCI accreditation, it delivers world-class, community-focused care. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of M42’s renowned network (including Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amana Healthcare, Mubadala Health Dubai, and Healthpoint), SSBZH stands at the forefront of medical innovation. The hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes, facilitating access to quality care and addressing the unique needs of military personnel, their families, and the broader community in the Northern Emirates.

The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for delivering intensive, goal-oriented rehabilitation to patients transitioning from acute care. The role involves managing post-acute cases, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based rehabilitation protocols. The physiotherapist will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimize functional recovery, ensure continuity of care, and support safe discharge planning. Experience in structured rehabilitation programs, outcome measurement, and managing complex functional impairments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ functional abilities, cognitive status, and activities of daily living (ADLs) in the post-acute phase for both neurological and orthopedic conditions.
• Plan and deliver intensive, goal-oriented occupational therapy interventions to improve independence in self-care, mobility-related tasks, and instrumental ADLs.
• Implement task-specific, functional rehabilitation programs, including upper-limb rehabilitation, cognitive-perceptual training, and functional re-training.
• Monitor patient progress using standardized functional outcome measures, adjust treatment plans accordingly, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to support holistic care, goal setting, and safe discharge planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, assistive devices, energy conservation, and home modification strategies.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements within the post-acute rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid MOH / DHA / DOH license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the UAE.
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience in post-acute rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, or similar settings.
• Demonstrated experience in managing neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation cases, including ADLs and functional retraining.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, functional outcome measures, and patient-centered goal setting.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team and manage patients with complex functional and cognitive needs.
• Must be able to join immediately.