Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist (4 Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: CoRSU Hospital
Job Location: Kisubi, Uganda
About Organisation:
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for People with Disability in Uganda (CoRSU) is a specialized rehabilitation hospital established in 2009 as a local NGO with the major objective of providing high quality rehabilitation and surgical services to people with disabilities in Uganda.
Job Summary: To provide treatment for speech and language services in medical and surgical conditions among adults and children.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assessment of Patient assessment
- Evaluates and documents clients’ therapy needs and progress.
- Refer clients to the respective specialists for consultation and appropriate intervention.
Treatment Function
- Work with clients on a one-to-one basis, group, community or special setting based on their levels of function and severity of disability.
- Provide speech and language therapy consultation, support and update about the clients’ progress and status to caregivers and all those involved in the rehabilitation team.
- Training patients and attendants on the use of speech and language therapy methods.
- Participates in ward rounds to communicate treatment plans and supports the medical team in providing holistic patient centered care.
- Identify the need for and liaise with the Team to facilitate referral to external specialties e.g. ENT / Audiology.
- Actively facilitate augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment where necessary.
Multidisciplinary team function
- Provides support to the medical multidisciplinary team by providing physiotherapy- based assessment of the patient’s physical conditions.
- Ensures the patient needs and progress is communicated to other members of the medical multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
- Refer clients to the respective specialists for consultation and appropriate intervention.
- Attends the medical multidisciplinary team reviews as appropriate.
Medical Recordkeeping function
- Actively participates in developing and or updating condition specific rehabilitation protocols.
- Maintains accurate and comprehensive treatment notes keeping a clinical record of treatment interventions.
Occupational Health & Safety
- To work in such a way that does not cause injury to yourself, other staff members or customers.
- Following & complying with Health &Safety policies, processes & applying them to one’s work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required.
- Participating in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-being in the workplace Identifying, reporting & self-managing hazards where appropriate.
- Early and accurate reporting of incidents at work and raising issues of concern when identified.
Continuing Education:
- Stay current with the latest advancements in therapy practices through continuing education and professional development.
- Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.
Financial Management
- Managing and accounting for allocated resources especially the consumables by compiling and submitting relevant reports.
- Ensuring adherence to the unit budget to ensure optimal use of resources
Risk Management
- Evaluating the patient’s medical history, the potential benefits of the procedure, and the associated risks.
- Continuously assesses risk inherent in department and ensure adherence to mitigation measures in place
Compliance
- Adhering to high ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality is paramount.
- Adhere to all CoRSU policies
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A Bachelor in Speech and Language Therapy from a recognized institution Must be registered with the Allied Health Professional’s Council.
Knowledge.
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies.
Skills
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of therapeutic techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience
- Three (3) Years experience clinical experience in rehabilitation settings.
Competencies Required:
Behavioural
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Leadership
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse environment
How to Apply:
Qualified persons should submit their applications (detailed CV with a cover letter plus copies of Academic Qualifications) to: The Head of Human Resources, CoRSU Hospital P.O. Box 46 Kisubi, or email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 19th July 2025.
NB: CoRSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer; so capable People with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36