Speech & Language Therapist

NMC GROUP SERVICES.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,400 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

NMC GROUP SERVICES. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to deliver age-appropriate assessments and evidence-based treatment for adults and children. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to plan and evaluate therapy programs and promote family-centered care.

The role requires DOH licensure or eligibility, strong English communication, and culturally sensitive practice, with a focus on Arabic-speaking patients and maintaining regulatory records.

Qualifications

• BSc in Speech and Language Therapy required.
• MSc in Speech and Language Pathology preferred.
• DOH licensure required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• To conduct comprehensive age-appropriate assessments for adults and pediatrics.
• To implement individualized evidence-based treatment plans addressing communication, language, fluency, voice and swallowing needs.
• To collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient-centered care.
• To provide family-centered care and guidance for home programs and therapy carry-over.
• To monitor progress using age-appropriate outcome measures and adjust plans.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

BSc in Speech and Language Therapy

MSc in Speech and Language Pathology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• To conduct comprehensive age-appropriate assessments for adults and pediatrics including those with complex presentations using standardized tools instrumental evaluations play-based observation and advanced clinical reasoning
• To implement individualized evidence-based treatment plans that address communication language fluency voice and swallowing needs in adult and pediatric patients
• To apply advanced clinical reasoning and a range of therapeutic techniques to plan deliver and evaluate therapy programs adapting interventions according to patient needs family feedback and multidisciplinary recommendations
• To implement play-based functional and context-specific activities particularly in pediatric cases to enhance engagement support developmental milestones strengthen oral-motor and feeding skills and promote participation in home school and community environments
• To provide age-appropriate family-centered care actively involving parents caregivers and significant others in goal setting home programs and the generalization of therapy strategies
• To identify and report any signs of developmental delay neglect or safeguarding concerns following organizational policies and procedures
• To maintain clear professional and clinical boundaries when working with both adult and pediatric populations ensuring all interventions are developmentally appropriate ethically sound and aligned with family-centered and culturally sensitive care principles
• To develop and apply linguistically and culturally appropriate strategies for assessment and treatment especially when working with Arabic first-language speakers by demonstrating knowledge of Arabic phonetics linguistics and social use of language dialectically Relevant to Emirati nationals and Engaging a suitably trained translator or interpreter when required
• To collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team MDT members including physicians physiotherapists occupational therapists dietitians nurses and psychologists to ensure coordinated patient-centered care and optimal rehabilitation outcomes
• To provide education advice and guidance to patients caregivers and staff on effective communication swallowing and feeding management to promote safe consistent care and functional carry-over
• To apply evidence-based practice and current research to guide clinical decision-making and ensure that interventions remain current effective and outcome-driven
• To monitor patient progress using age-appropriate outcome measures modifying therapy plans in collaboration with the MDT to achieve realistic functional goals
• To maintain comprehensive and accurate assessment and treatment records in line with legal and departmental requirements and communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines in the form of letters and reports
• To efficiently and effectively manage designated case load with regard to clinical responsibilities and use of time
• To comply with the organizational and departmental policies and procedures and be pro-active in identifying reviewing and updating as appropriate which may impact beyond own area
• To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out clinical duties and to adhere to departmental equipment policy including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others
• Where dual-qualified in Audiology may perform hearing screening and evaluation of residents as clinically indicated and within professional scope of practice
• To demonstrate flexibility in clinical scheduling and site coverage providing services across homecare longterm care and outpatient settings as required to meet operational needs
• To maintain ongoing competencies in adult and pediatric rehabilitation practice through continuous professional development structured training and evidence-based practice review
• To refer to the Knowledge Skills Attitude Framework and Competency Summary. Record for Allied Health for the detailed list of speech and language therapy-specific competencies applicable to this role. These include core clinical technical and behavioral competencies relevant to adult and pediatric speech and language therapy practice
• To renew and validate all job-specific competencies every two years or as required in conjunction with the performance appraisal to ensure ongoing compliance with DOH and international standards

Education

• BSc Degree in Speech And Language Therapy
• MSc. In Speech And Language Pathology

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience

Certification and Licensure

• DOH licensure
• Member of own countries professional body e.g. ASHA

Job Specific Knowledge and Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language
• Appropriate knowledge of speech language evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population
• Knowledge and experience in working with tracheostomized and preferably ventilator dependent individuals
• Effective problem solving skills for speech language evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient’s age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background
• Basic skills in teaching other and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals
• Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients
• Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background
• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software
• Maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patient care (evening, holidays, weekend and travel)
• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population
• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team
• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them
• High level of service delivery
• Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations
• Attention to detail