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: recruitment@corsuhospital.org

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.