Minimum Requirements

Arabic speaker. International candidate not currently working in Qatar.

Essential Education Fulltime Studies:

• Bachelor Degree in Speech & Language Pathology OR
• Masters Science Degree as a 1st Degree in Speech & Language Pathology.

Minimum licensed experience:

5+ years experience practicing as Speech Therapist.

Medical license to practice as a Speech Therapist:

• License to practice must cover the min 5+ years experience.
• Must have a current valid home country license to practice.
• Must be eligible to license as physiotherapist in the State of Qatar. 

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.

About the Employer

Qatar's leading Public Healthcare Provider. Global Medical Recruiting has been in recruitment partnership with the Qatar public healthcare provider since 2007, we can assure you that this medical group is a highly reputable company to work for.  If you are a overseas medical professional interested in Qatar contract jobs, this is an exciting career step to consider. Over the years we have always received positive feedback from our candidates placed at this employer. Upon successful placement you will be joining a diverse and exciting organization where over 90 different nationalities work together with a single purpose of delivering compassionate care to all its patients. You will be welcomed in a atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork. As this organization is committed to developing of employees through training, educating and career advancement opportunities, you will always have opportunity to grow and learn. Its the healthcare provider to over 2 million expats and Qatari nationals living and working in Qatar, it manages 12 hospitals as well as Qatar's National Ambulance Service and Qatar's Home Healthcare Services.  Known as the main leading premier public healthcare provider for the State of Qatar as well as one of the leading healthcare providers in the Middle East. In 2016, the Medical Group achieved the significant distinction of becoming the first healthcare system across the globe to have all its hospitals accredited by JCI under the Academic Medical Center accreditation program.  A leader in the development of the regions first academic health system, combining excellent clinical care with education and innovative research. The location: Doha 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. y.