Minimum Requirements

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be fluent in both Arabic & English. Fully bilingual.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:

B.Sc Degree in Speech and language pathology

or

M.Sc Degree as a 1st Degree in Speech and Language Pathology. 

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM LICENSED EXPERIENCE:

At least 5 years pediatric experience as an Speech Therapist.

MEDICAL LICENSE:

You must have a valid primary license from the country of origin AND you should be eligible for license from the licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice as a healthcare profession.

Specification

Position Summary:

• Provide clinical care including Speech Therapy assessment, treatment and management of patients in the specialty area and handle the complex cases.
• Mentor, and oversee Speech therapists, Technicians and Asst Technician.
• Responsible for updating personal clinical knowledge and skill in specialized field and participate in clinical research.

Principal Accountabilities:

Clinical:

Manage an individual case load of patients effectively and efficiently undertaking predominantly complex cases in area of specialty.

Independently assess, analyze and synthesize complex evaluation data and provide a clinical diagnosis for individual patients to determine their need for Speech Therapy intervention within specialty area.

Independently formulate a treatment plan in collaboration with patient/family, delivering individual Speech therapy treatment according to evidence based practice /clinical guidelines approved in the department.

Reassess clinical outcomes, to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment.

Carries out a comprehensive discharge plan, and collaborates with the other multidisciplinary team members and family when the measurable short and long term goals have been achieved.

Provide patient and family education in a timely manner as part of the Speech Therapy process.

Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care including participation in medical/surgical rounds, clinics, conferences.

Maintain patient documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect care provided and meet professional standards.

Communicate and make recommendations to all relevant disciplines of staff to maximize patient care and promote multidisciplinary team working.

Assist in developing clinical guidelines to optimize patient care in the area of specialty.

Work independently to provide Speech Therapy weekend/holiday and on-call care.

Participate in implementation of the Employer and Departmental Policies and Procedures of safety, infection control and quality improvement.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Managerial:

Delegate appropriate tasks, oversee clinical workload of Speech Therapists, Speech Therapy Technicians and Assistant Technicians to maximize efficiency and achieve desired quality of care.

Participate in the Unit and Job Specific Orientation process for new staff in the assigned specialty area.

Monitor and participate in clinical audit in the assigned specialty area, to support the Speech Therapy Quality Improvement Plan.

Educational:

Participate in Speech Therapy in-service and if necessary lead team in-service training to promote personal development.

Responsible for developing and updating clinical knowledge and skills in the area of specialty to ensure delivery of evidence based care and professional growth and development.

Engage in continuous education programs.

Participate in the development and organization of educational programs for nursing, medical, other multidisciplinary team members, staff as well as patient’s caregivers.

Participates in research activities to enhance clinical outcomes and promote evidence – based clinical practice.

Act as a mentor to other Speech Therapists and Developees.

About the Employer

WORK AT QATAR'S LEADING PUBLIC HEALTHCARE PROVIDER:

The healthcare provider to over two million expatriates and Qatari nationals living and working in Qatar.

This is a diverse and exciting organization where over 90 different nationalities work together for the single purpose of improving the quality of human life through patient care, education and research.

The organization is committed to developing of employees through training, educating and career advancement opportunities.

You will be constantly learning. Your ideas will be welcomed in an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork. Your individuality will be recognized. 

You are invited to apply for job openings. 

MORE ABOUT QATAR:

Qatar is home to many expats who relocated here for work and those drawn to its life of luxury, this is most evident in the capital city Doha.

Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of Qatar. Doha has awesome attractions.

You will be able to experience adventure, buzzing nightlife, culture or relaxation.

Qatar does not only offer the most amazing desert landscapes but also stunning beautiful beaches to enjoy.