Occupational Therapist (Special Need)

The Occupational Therapist assesses functional abilities and develops client-centred interventions for patients with special needs and complex presentations. The role supports participation in daily activities, rehabilitation and independence through careful assessment, tailored treatment plans and ongoing review with patients, families and the wider care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments of physical, psychological and social needs, including complex or multiple conditions.
• Plan and deliver occupation-focused interventions, reviewing goals and adapting programmes as a patient’s needs change.
• Manage referrals, prioritise the caseload and use clinical reasoning to determine appropriate treatment and escalation.
• Explain proposed interventions to patients and caregivers, obtain valid consent and address communication barriers.
• Coordinate discharge planning and ongoing support with other clinicians, families and relevant services.
• Maintain accurate intervention notes, clinical reports, equipment records and quality documentation.
• Follow infection-control and safety procedures, maintain equipment and contribute to audits, training and service improvement.

Requirements and Qualifications

• The listed requirement is a BSc in Occupational Therapy or an accredited diploma course with a minimum three-year syllabus.
• A current national licence or membership with a recognised international agency is required.
• A relevant clinical master’s degree is desirable and may reduce the required experience period.
• Applicants must meet applicable UAE licensing, competency and continuing professional development requirements.
• The advertised criteria specify female candidates.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Strong assessment, intervention planning and clinical reasoning.
• Sensitive communication with patients who may have complex needs.
• Good teamwork, documentation and discharge-coordination skills.
• Consistent focus on dignity, confidentiality, infection control and patient safety.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.