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Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Healthpoint is a multi-specialty hospital offering a wide range of primary and specialty care services. Based in Abu Dhabi, it serves patients from the UAE and around the world. Committed to elevating patient care to the highest standards, Healthpoint has been recognized by numerous renowned international awarding and accrediting bodies.

This role specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with upper extremity conditions, including injuries, surgeries, or chronic problems affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. They use various techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, to help patients regain strength, range of motion, and function. Hand therapists also provide education and support to patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assessments of hand and upper limb function, range of motion, strength, sensation, and dexterity. Use standardized tools and manual techniques to evaluate physical impairments and functional limitations.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals, medical history, and surgical protocols.
• Provide therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, splinting, scar management, edema control, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Design and fabricate custom static and dynamic orthoses (splints) for protection, support, or functional use.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy OR Direct entry of a recognized program with attainment of a MSc degree in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum of 5 years experience in hand therapy
• Experience treating hand injuries or conditions
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Must have valid UAE license (Department of Health)
• Strong knowledge of upper extremity anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical protocols. Competency in orthotic fabrication and evidence-based rehabilitation techniques

• Perform detailed assessments of hand and upper limb function, range of motion, strength, sensation, and dexterity. Use standardized tools and manual techniques to evaluate physical impairments and functional limitations.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals, medical history, and surgical protocols.
• Provide therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, splinting, scar management, edema control, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Design and fabricate custom static and dynamic orthoses (splints) for protection, support, or functional use.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy OR Direct entry of a recognized program with attainment of a MSc degree in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum of 5 years experience in hand therapy
• Experience treating hand injuries or conditions
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Must have valid UAE license (Department of Health)
• Strong knowledge of upper extremity anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical protocols. Competency in orthotic fabrication and evidence-based rehabilitation techniques