Speech Therapist

Client of Besst Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Speech Therapist role in the UAE focuses on assessing and treating speech language and communication difficulties. The successful candidate will develop individualized therapy plans to help clients communicate effectively and participate confidently in daily life.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, delivering therapy, and educating families, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent is required.
• Valid DOH, DHA, or MOH license is required.
• Based in the UAE currently.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong assessment and intervention skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Experience supporting children with developmental or communication difficulties is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of speech language fluency, voice and communication abilities.
• Develop and deliver individualized therapy plans with measurable goals.
• Support clients with articulation, language development and social communication needs.
• Introduce alternative or augmentative communication tools when appropriate.
• Educate families and caregivers on techniques to reinforce communication skills.
• Track progress, update treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support consistent care.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Intervention skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent

Job description

The Speech Therapist will assess and treat speech language and communication difficulties developing individualized therapy plans to help clients communicate effectively and participate confidently in daily life

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of speech language fluency voice and communication abilities
• Develop and deliver individualized therapy plans with measurable goals
• Support clients with articulation language development and social communication needs
• Introduce alternative or augmentative communication tools when appropriate
• Educate families and caregivers on techniques to reinforce communication skills
• Track progress update treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support consistent care

Requirements

• Master s degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Valid DOH, DHA, or MOH.
• Currently based in the UAE.
• 3 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong assessment and intervention skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Experience supporting children with developmental or communication difficulties is an advantage.