Senior Occupational Hand Therapist – Upper Extremity Rehab

M42 Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthpoint Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Hand Therapist to evaluate and treat upper-extremity conditions, including injuries and post-surgical rehab. You will use manual therapy, exercises, splinting, and education to restore function.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or MSc in Occupational Therapy, a minimum of five years in hand therapy, a UAE license, and current BLS. You will join a multidisciplinary team at a premier facility serving local and international patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum 5 years of hand therapy experience.
• Current UAE license (Department of Health) and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assessments of hand and upper limb function and ROM.
• Develop individualized hand therapy plans based on goals and history.
• Provide interventions including manual therapy, splinting, edema control, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Design and fabricate custom orthoses for protection and function.

Skills

Hand therapy

Manual therapy

Upper extremity anatomy

Clinical decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

MSc degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Healthpoint Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Hand Therapist to evaluate and treat upper-extremity conditions, including injuries and post-surgical rehab. You will use manual therapy, exercises, splinting, and education to restore function.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or MSc in Occupational Therapy, a minimum of five years in hand therapy, a UAE license, and current BLS. You will join a multidisciplinary team at a premier facility serving local and international patients.