Speech Therapist

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties in line with the philosophy, business practices and policies of NMCRH-KC while adhering to the standards and ethics of the Speech and Language Therapy profession.
• Work as a professional member of a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team and actively participate in team meetings.
• Communicate effectively with staff members, health professionals, clients and families regarding service provision.
• Contribute to and participate in educational programmes for residents, relatives and NMCRH–KC staff.
• Participate in continuing education and courses to update Speech and Language Therapy techniques and information.
• Ensure Speech and Language Therapy treatments are evidence‑based and beneficial.
• Record and report any adverse clinical events.
• Assist in maintaining a safe workplace by participating in the implementation of safe work systems.
• Identify and report workplace hazards.
• Participate in NMCRH–KC’s Quality Management System and commit to continuous improvement activities, including audits, surveys and needs analysis.
• Perform other duties as directed by the HOD or Medical team.
• Maintain a Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) licence and hold appropriate qualifications and registration with relevant professional or statutory organisations.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge and skills to screen, assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• For those with dual qualifications in audiology, screen and evaluate the hearing status of residents.
• Develop and implement linguistically and culturally appropriate strategies and tools for patient care.
• Employ strategies to manage Arabic first‑language speakers, including demonstrating knowledge and skills in Arabic phonetics, linguistics and social language use especially for Emirati dialects and engaging a suitably trained translator when necessary.

• Adhere to the requirements of the Environment Health and Safety Management System.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines.
• Understand and comply with emergency preparedness, fire safety and code policies plans.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures, cooperating with hospital management to ensure compliance.
• Work in accordance with documented OSH procedures and specific responsibilities.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Report OSH hazards, incidents, near misses and issues, assisting in preparing risk assessments and incident reports.
• Follow waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH Infection Control training programmes, mock drills and awareness sessions.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

• Graduate from an approved college or university in Language Therapy.
• Current licence in the country of origin, with a HAAD licence to practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in speech and language therapy practice.
• Excellent command of oral and written English; knowledge of Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a group practice within a hospital setting and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the range and type of services available for aged or disabled persons.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capacity to review procedures and implement new service delivery models to meet client and organisational needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff on continuous improvement.
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.