Speech Language Therapists

Business Umbrella; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated speech therapist to join their team. In this role, you will assess patients, create personalized treatment plans, and collaborate with families and healthcare professionals. Your expertise in speech therapy will be crucial in helping patients overcome challenges and improve their communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess a master's degree in speech therapy, relevant certifications, and a passion for helping others. Join a supportive environment that values adaptability and resourcefulness, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in speech therapy or related field is essential.
• Experience with various disorders and age groups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop individual treatment plans.
• Administer therapy and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Problem-Solving

Relationship-Building

Adaptability

Research Skills

Education

Masters degree in speech therapy or speech-language pathology

Tools

Database Management Software

Job description

The speech therapist's responsibilities include performing patient assessments, developing individual treatment plans, liaising with teachers, family members, and other healthcare professionals, administering therapy, monitoring progress, and ensuring patients and their families are informed of new treatments and therapy techniques. You should also be able to work with patients from different backgrounds and be willing to make house calls.

To be successful as a speech therapist, you should be passionate about social and biological science, language, and human anatomy. Exceptional speech therapists are caring, adaptable, and able to use available resources to find solutions.

Requirements

• Masters degree in speech therapy or speech-language pathology.
  
• Relevant license and certification.
  
• Experience with certain disorders and age groups may be required.
  
• Sound understanding of speech-related disorders and treatments.
  
• Familiarity with database management software.
  
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
  
• Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Willingness to conduct research and travel to conferences.