Speech and Language Therapist
Western Uganda * Full-time
Kyaninga Therapy and Rehabilitation
Category: Administration
Total Positions:
Location: Western Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 7 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To provide assessment and therapeutic intervention for children with speech, communication and feeding difficulties and their families within outpatient clinics and community outreach into individual homes, schools and health centers.
• To use clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, specialist skills, problem-solving and initiative to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards.
• Provide quarterly reports on the progress of referrals, appointments and caseloads
• To liaise with other healthcare professionals, clients, parents and other relevant individuals professionally.
• To provide education and training to colleagues, students, other healthcare and community workers, parents and caregivers.
• To professionally respond to enquiries and referrals regarding speech and language therapy and other available services.
• Check that all equipment is in good working order and maintain records of all items in
• To manage and maintain your diary, including appointments, meetings and clinical observations, ensure effective communication throughout the organization.
• To keep up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patients.
• To educate patients and their caregivers about how to prevent and/or improve conditions.
• Formulating and delivering specialised speech and language therapy treatment programs based on evidence-based practice and treatment options.
• Ensuring all reports are dealt with promptly, and all documentation is maintained accurately and up to date
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including physio, occupational therapists, Nutritionists, orthopaedic officers, social workers, special education teachers and administration and support staff.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Language therapy
• 1-2 years of experience in speech and Language Therapy preferably in a nongovernmental organisation setting.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities:
• Highly motivated with a willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to explain treatments simply to patients and their families
• Have a genuine concern for the well-being and health of patients
• Excellent proficiency in verbal and written English with strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate in Rutooro, Lukhonzo, Runyankole or Rukiga would be beneficial
• Flexible and adaptable attitude with a “can do” approach
• Critical thinker with an ability to see “outside the box” with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Good computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite
• Valid vehicle license is highly desirable
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted as a one PDF document with a cover letter, CV and relevant documents to hr@kyaningacdc.org
Deadline: Expired
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