Speech Therapist

Job Description

• Undertake duties in alignment with the philosophy, business practices, and policies of NMCRH-KC, 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 programs for residents, relatives, and staff of NMCRH-KC.
• Participate in continuing education and courses to update Speech and Language Therapy techniques and information.
• Ensure that 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 the NMCRH-KC Quality Management System, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement activities, including auditing, surveys, and needs analysis.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Head of Department (HOD) or the Medical team.
• Hold appropriate qualifications and registration with relevant professional and/or statutory organizations, and maintain a Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) license.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge and skills to screen, assess, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• For 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.
• Engage in strategies to manage Arabic first-language speakers, including:
  • Demonstrating knowledge of Arabic phonetics, linguistics, and social language use, particularly relevant to Emirati dialects.
  • Engaging a trained translator when necessary.
• Quality, Health, Safety, and Security:
  • Adhere to the requirements of the Environment Health and Safety Management System.
  • Follow the 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, and assist with preparing risk assessments and incident reports.
• Follow waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH/Infection Control training programs, mock drills, and awareness sessions.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.