Job Description

• To work as an autonomous professional according to the standards of DOH.
• To meet the regulations of the DOH and fulfill the requirements for Occupational Therapy registration.
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work and to ensure a high standard of clinical care for patients under own care and support other team members to do likewise.
• To undertake a comprehensive, highly specialist Occupational Therapy assessment of patients including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills.
• To select appropriate treatment techniques, which may include improving independence in ADLs, providing necessary assistive devices, conducting seating assessments, etc.
• To safely use the splinting techniques in accordance with the PIMC guidelines formulated.
• To conduct a seating assessment to provide a suitable seating system for patients.
• To review and evaluate the patient's condition at each session and amend the treatment program as necessary to achieve planned objectives.
• 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 reports and clinical handovers (SBAR).
• To efficiently and effectively manage a designated caseload with regard to clinical responsibilities and use of time.
• To work with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes for the patient.
• To provide advice, teaching, and instruction to patients, relatives, and carers regarding their medical management and care needs to ensure a consistent approach to patient care, whilst promoting understanding of the aims of Occupational Therapy.
• To communicate effectively with patients and carers, addressing cultural, religious, and language barriers to maximize rehabilitation potential, ensure understanding of condition, and address anxieties and concerns. Communication skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation, and gaining informed consent will be used with a wide variety of patients.
• To be an active member of the in-service training program by attending and presenting at staff meetings, tutorials, training sessions, external courses, and reflective practice.
• To participate in informal/formal supervision with Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and identify objectives for personal development with the Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To attend mandatory training sessions, including annual fire and safety lectures, cardiac resuscitation lectures, and safe patient manual handling training.
• To ensure the application of professional standards in day-to-day practice of Occupational Therapy.
• 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.
• To comply with the organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• To perform any other duties that might be considered appropriate by the Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard.

Communication

• To communicate effectively and collaboratively with nursing and medical colleagues to ensure the delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary service. This will include case conferences, handovers, and documentation in the medical records.
• To communicate effectively and calmly in difficult situations.
• To maintain confidentiality of organization information.
• To communicate the mission, vision, and values of the facility internally and externally.

Personal and People Development

• To develop own skills and knowledge.
• To recognize the necessity to continuously develop skills and acquire additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
• To dress appropriately to the expectations of the specific work areas and Occupational Health and Safety Policy.

Confidentiality

• To maintain confidentiality of all information in accordance with NMC ProVita policy and UAE Professional Code of Conduct for staff.

Health, Safety and Security

• To adhere to the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHS-AD).
• To adhere to the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines.
• To understand and adhere to emergency preparedness, fire safety, and code policies/plans.
• To be responsible for Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, and Infection Prevention and Control within the entire facility.
• To report any hazard/risk and conduct a risk assessment in their area.
• To complete their mandatory education and competencies as well as their specific education and competencies.
• To report any serious or non-serious injury.
• To participate in emergency mock drills.
• To follow up and correct the deficiencies identified during the inspections/audits that relate to them.
• To attend OHS-related committee meetings and educational training sessions.

Physical Environment

• A staff member is required to be able to lift and carry a load of 16kg, push a load of up to 20kg, and pull a load of up to 11.5kg.
• The layout of the working environment requires the staff member to be exposed to extreme temperatures during the working day.


• To work as an autonomous professional according to the standards of DOH.
• To meet the regulations of the DOH and fulfill the requirements for Occupational Therapy registration.
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work and to ensure a high standard of clinical care for patients under own care and support other team members to do likewise.
• To undertake a comprehensive, highly specialist Occupational Therapy assessment of patients including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills.
• To select appropriate treatment techniques, which may include improving independence in ADLs, providing necessary assistive devices, conducting seating assessments, etc.
• To safely use the splinting techniques in accordance with the PIMC guidelines formulated.
• To conduct a seating assessment to provide a suitable seating system for patients.
• To review and evaluate the patient's condition at each session and amend the treatment program as necessary to achieve planned objectives.
• 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 reports and clinical handovers (SBAR).
• To efficiently and effectively manage a designated caseload with regard to clinical responsibilities and use of time.
• To work with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes for the patient.
• To provide advice, teaching, and instruction to patients, relatives, and carers regarding their medical management and care needs to ensure a consistent approach to patient care, whilst promoting understanding of the aims of Occupational Therapy.
• To communicate effectively with patients and carers, addressing cultural, religious, and language barriers to maximize rehabilitation potential, ensure understanding of condition, and address anxieties and concerns. Communication skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation, and gaining informed consent will be used with a wide variety of patients.
• To be an active member of the in-service training program by attending and presenting at staff meetings, tutorials, training sessions, external courses, and reflective practice.
• To participate in informal/formal supervision with Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and identify objectives for personal development with the Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To attend mandatory training sessions, including annual fire and safety lectures, cardiac resuscitation lectures, and safe patient manual handling training.
• To ensure the application of professional standards in day-to-day practice of Occupational Therapy.
• 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.
• To comply with the organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• To perform any other duties that might be considered appropriate by the Senior Occupational Therapist and/or Manager.
• To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard.

Communication

• To communicate effectively and collaboratively with nursing and medical colleagues to ensure the delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary service. This will include case conferences, handovers, and documentation in the medical records.
• To communicate effectively and calmly in difficult situations.
• To maintain confidentiality of organization information.
• To communicate the mission, vision, and values of the facility internally and externally.

Personal and People Development

• To develop own skills and knowledge.
• To recognize the necessity to continuously develop skills and acquire additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
• To dress appropriately to the expectations of the specific work areas and Occupational Health and Safety Policy.

Confidentiality

• To maintain confidentiality of all information in accordance with NMC ProVita policy and UAE Professional Code of Conduct for staff.

Health, Safety and Security

• To adhere to the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHS-AD).
• To adhere to the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines.
• To understand and adhere to emergency preparedness, fire safety, and code policies/plans.
• To be responsible for Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, and Infection Prevention and Control within the entire facility.
• To report any hazard/risk and conduct a risk assessment in their area.
• To complete their mandatory education and competencies as well as their specific education and competencies.
• To report any serious or non-serious injury.
• To participate in emergency mock drills.
• To follow up and correct the deficiencies identified during the inspections/audits that relate to them.
• To attend OHS-related committee meetings and educational training sessions.

Physical Environment

• A staff member is required to be able to lift and carry a load of 16kg, push a load of up to 20kg, and pull a load of up to 11.5kg.
• The layout of the working environment requires the staff member to be exposed to extreme temperatures during the working day.


• Education
+ Bachelors Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Experience
+ 2 years
• Certification and Licensure
+ DOH and Home country licensure
• Job Specific Knowledge and Skills
+ Experience in a tertiary care hospital with outpatient and inpatient Occupational Therapy services
+ Experience working in different clinical areas across rehabilitation, namely neuro, ortho, pediatric, seating, splinting, etc.
+ Adult and Pediatric experience

PREFERRED

• Education
+ Masters Degree
• Experience
+ 3+ years clinical experience
• Certification and Licensure
+ DOH and Home country licensure