Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

Career Maker Bahrain; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Maker Bahrain is seeking a passionate and qualified Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children facing developmental challenges and will be committed to providing high-quality therapy to promote their development and well-being. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid Dubai license, with 2–10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid Dubai license to practice occupational therapy.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric OT interventions and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children’s occupational therapy needs.
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.
• Utilize therapeutic techniques and equipment to promote children’s skills.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and other professionals to support development.
• Document and maintain accurate patient records and progress notes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions focusing on social skills and sensory integration.
• Monitor and update treatment plans to meet goals.
• Participate in training and workshops for professional development.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Licensed in Dubai

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Dubai license to practice

Job description

Company Overview

A multi-disciplinary private Intervention & Therapy Centre dedicated to providing essential services for children with special needs, developmental delays, and learning challenges.

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and qualifiedOccupational Therapist - Pediatricsto join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children facing developmental challenges and will be committed to providing high-quality therapy to promote their development and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children’s occupational therapy needs.
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
• Utilize therapeutic techniques, activities, and equipment to promote children’s skills.
• Work collaboratively with families, teachers, and other professionals to support the child's development.
• Document and maintain accurate patient records and progress notes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions, focusing on social skills, sensory integration, and motor skills.
• Monitor and update treatment plans as necessary to ensure that goals are being met.
• Participate in training and workshops to further professional development and stay updated on best practices.

Skills

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid professional license to practice occupational therapy in Dubai.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric occupational therapy interventions and techniques.

Desired Experience

• Minimum 2 years and maximum 10 years of experience working with children with special needs.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary setting is preferred.
• Prior experience in an intervention & therapy centre is an advantage.