Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

A) Clinical Assessment & Treatment

Conduct OT assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients

Provide intervention in areas including (but not limited to):

sensory processing and regulation

fine motor and gross motor development

handwriting and school readiness skills

activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, toileting support as appropriate)

attention, executive functioning and self-management skills

emotional regulation support through OT-led strategies

Deliver 1:1 therapy sessions and structured programs

Provide parent/caregiver coaching and practical strategies for carryover at home/school, where relevant

B) Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Coordinate care plans with Speech Therapists, Psychologists, Behavior Therapists, and other clinicians as needed

Participate in case discussions and internal clinical meetings

Provide written recommendations to support integrated care

C) Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries within required timeframes

Ensure documentation meets clinic standards, insurer requirements (where applicable), and UAE regulatory expectations

Maintain professional registration/licensure and adhere to ethical and clinical governance standards

D) Quality & Professional Conduct

Deliver services aligned to evidence-based practice and clinic SOPs

Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and patient safety standards

Participate in internal training, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution

Licensed or eligible for licensure in Dubai ** existing DHA / CDA Licensure a plus

Minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred (pediatric experience strongly preferred).

Strong competency in pediatric assessment and intervention planning

Familiarity with school support planning and parent training models

Experience with neurodevelopmental presentations (e.g., ASD, ADHD, developmental delay) is a plus

Experience in private practice or multidisciplinary clinics is a plus

Fluent in English ** additional languages (e.g., Arabic, Hindi, Russian, French) are a plus

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution. Licensed or eligible for licensure in Dubai ** existing DHA / CDA Licensure a plus. Minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred (pediatric experience strongly preferred). Strong competency in pediatric assessment and intervention planning. Familiarity with school support planning and parent training models. Experience with neurodevelopmental presentations (e.g., ASD, ADHD, developmental delay) is a plus. Experience in private practice or multidisciplinary clinics is a plus. Fluent in English ** additional languages (e.g., Arabic, Hindi, Russian, French) are a plus