Functional Outputs/Activities per key performance area: 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 physiotherapybased 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 Required Qualifications: 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 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. 46 Kisubi, or email to: recruitment@corsuhospital.org before midnight of Friday 19th July 2025.