Occupational Therapist
SSBZHospital
Date: 2 hours ago
City: Sharjah
Contract type: Full time
Overview
Facility Overview:
M42 is a global tech-enabled health company based in Abu Dhabi, combining advanced medical technologies with world-class patient services. Within its network, Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital continues to serve the military and their families, while opening its doors to the wider communities across the region. It offers a comprehensive range of multidisciplinary medical and surgical specialties. Patients have access to a full range of services from Family Medicine and Internal Medicine, Diabetes Management & Endocrinology to Psychiatry and Emergency Care.
Job Overview:
This role specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with upper extremity conditions, including injuries, surgeries, or chronic problems affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. They use various techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, to help patients regain strength, range of motion, and function. Hand therapists also provide education and support to patients and their families.
Responsibilities
Facility Overview:
M42 is a global tech-enabled health company based in Abu Dhabi, combining advanced medical technologies with world-class patient services. Within its network, Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital continues to serve the military and their families, while opening its doors to the wider communities across the region. It offers a comprehensive range of multidisciplinary medical and surgical specialties. Patients have access to a full range of services from Family Medicine and Internal Medicine, Diabetes Management & Endocrinology to Psychiatry and Emergency Care.
Job Overview:
This role specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with upper extremity conditions, including injuries, surgeries, or chronic problems affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. They use various techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, to help patients regain strength, range of motion, and function. Hand therapists also provide education and support to patients and their families.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed assessments of hand and upper limb function, range of motion, strength, sensation, and dexterity. Use standardized tools and manual techniques to evaluate physical impairments and functional limitations.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals, medical history, and surgical protocols.
- Provide therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, splinting, scar management, edema control, and neuromuscular re-education.
- Design and fabricate custom static and dynamic orthoses (splints) for protection, support, or functional use.
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy OR Direct entry of a recognized program with attainment of a MSc degree in Occupational Therapy
- Minimum of 5 years experience as Occupational TherapistCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Must have a valid UAE medical license (Department of Health, Dubai Health Authority or Ministry of Health)
- Strong knowledge of upper extremity anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical protocols.
- Competency in orthotic fabrication and evidence-based rehabilitation techniques.
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