Speech and Language Pathologist

M42

Sharjah, UAE
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Employment type: Full-time

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Description (EN)

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital is a state-of-the-art hospital serving Abu Dhabi’s Northern Emirates. With 200+ beds and JCI accreditation, it delivers world-class, community-focused care. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of M42’s renowned network (including Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amana Healthcare, Mubadala Health Dubai, and Healthpoint), SSBZH stands at the forefront of medical innovation. The hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes, facilitating access to quality care and addressing the unique needs of military personnel, their families, and the broader community in the Northern Emirates.

The Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and managing communication, speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in post-acute rehabilitation patients. The role involves working with medically complex cases, delivering evidence-based, goal-oriented therapy to maximize functional communication and safe swallowing. The SLP will collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to support patient recovery, participation in daily activities, and safe discharge planning.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function in post-acute patients.
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based therapy plans to address communication, cognitive, and swallowing deficits.
Provide therapeutic interventions to improve functional communication, cognitive-linguistic skills, voice, and safe swallowing.
Monitor and document patient progress using standardized outcome measures, adjusting therapy plans as needed.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to ensure coordinated care, goal alignment, and safe discharge planning.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing techniques, and home programs.
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements in all therapy sessions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a recognized institution.
Valid MOH / DHA / DOH license to practice as an SLP in the UAE.
Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in post-acute rehabilitation, neuro-rehabilitation, or similar settings.
Proven experience in managing neurological and medically complex cases, including swallowing and cognitive-communication disorders.
Strong knowledge of evidence-based assessment tools, therapy techniques, and outcome measurement.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to optimize patient outcomes.
Must be able to join immediately

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