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Direct employerConsultant Therapist, Speech & Language

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Role overview
Aga Khan University in Nairobi is looking for a Consultant Therapist specialising in Speech and Language. This role is suited for professionals with clinical experience in hospital or rehabilitation settings who have skills in speech therapy and related areas.
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Requirements
- Hold a bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Speech Pathology, or an equivalent qualification.
- Have valid professional registration or licensure where applicable.
- Possess at least one year of clinical experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting.
- Have training and experience in assessing and managing dysphagia.
- Have experience in acute care, ICU, stroke rehabilitation, paediatrics, or neurorehabilitation.
- Hold certification in specialised areas of speech therapy.
- Ability and knowledge of sign language is an added advantage.
- Preferably have one year’s work experience as a Speech and Language Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist in a hospital setting.
- Hold a basic life support certification.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service, interpersonal skills, and culturally appropriate communication.
- Be able to work with clients in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Have language skills in more than one language such as Kiswahili, Somali, Gujarati, or other Kenyan languages.
- Use reflective practice.
- Show interest in the effectiveness and cost efficiency of therapy for clients.
- Possess good organisational and time management skills.
- Be flexible to accommodate patients as needed.
- Be creative and able to innovate in their work.
- Have stamina and a tenacious spirit.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.