Speech Language Pathologist📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Baraya Extended Care is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their team in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position offers foundational clinical experience, supporting the assessment, planning, and delivery of therapy for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. As an SLP, you will work within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, contributing to evidence-based, client-centered care. This role is designed for an early-career professional aiming to develop clinical reasoning and intervention planning skills within a supervised framework, with opportunities in outpatient or inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervised assistance with Speech-Language Pathology services and therapy delivery.
• Support patient assessments, including screenings, data collection, and progress monitoring.
• Assist with the development and implementation of treatment plans and home practice programs.
• Educate clients and their families on strategies to improve communication and ensure safe swallowing.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient progress.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to support comprehensive patient care.
• Contribute to a respectful, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Assist with clinical governance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
• Attend team rounds and professional development activities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
• Support quality improvement projects and adherence to accreditation standards.
• Uphold privacy, safety, and professional codes of conduct in all aspects of work.
• Seek opportunities for skill development and competency expansion under supervision.
• Participate in standardized intake processes and progress tracking.
• Contribute to the documentation of clinical findings and therapy plans.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Saudi Commission License as a Specialist.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 1-4 years of clinical SLP experience or relevant clinical placements.
• Foundational knowledge of assessment principles, treatment planning, and evidence-based practice.
• Proficiency in written, read, and spoken Arabic and English languages.

Required Skills

• Foundational clinical skills across communication and swallowing domains.
• Ability to accurately document assessments, progress notes, and therapy plans.
• Effective communication skills with clients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Basic knowledge of screening tools, therapy techniques, and clinical guidelines.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and documentation workflows.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical practice, and a commitment to client-centered care.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The role is suitable for early-career professionals with 0-1 years of experience, provided they have relevant clinical placements. The position offers a structured environment for professional growth within a rehabilitation team.