Senior Occupational Therapist

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is looking for an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join their client in Dubai, UAE. The candidate should have a proven track record in hospital-based adult care, focusing on enhancing recovery, independence, and quality of life for patients.

This role includes conducting evaluations, developing therapy plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a valid DHA License and a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Only those currently in the UAE will be considered.

Qualifications

• Valid DHA License or eligibility for Occupational Therapist.
• Hospital or clinical experience preferred.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ abilities.
• Develop personalized therapy plans for adult patients.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist in discharge planning and home-based care guidance.
• Document patient progress in compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior therapists and students.

Skills

Patient-care skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

DHA License

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our client in Dubai, UAE. The ideal candidate needs to have a good experience in hospital-based adult care at a reputed hospital, with a proven track record in inpatient, outpatient, and post-operative rehabilitation. This role focuses on enhancing patients’ recovery, independence, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess patients’ functional, physical, and cognitive abilities.
• Develop and implement personalized therapy plans for adult patients in inpatient, outpatient, and post-operative settings.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), and overall function.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to deliver coordinated care.
• Assist in discharge planning and provide guidance for home-based care and follow-up rehabilitation.
• Document patient progress, treatment goals, and outcomes in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Mentor and guide junior therapists and students, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.

Requirements

• Valid DHA License/Eligibility for Occupational Therapist.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Hospital or clinical experience preferred.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills.
• Only candidates currently based in the UAE will be considered.