Speech Therapist at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Speech Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centred assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders. The role holder will manage a diverse caseload across paediatric and adult populations, develop individualized care plans, and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. This role combines clinical expertise with compassion and innovation, playing a pivotal role in enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting AMCE’s rehabilitation and patient care objectives.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Utilise standardized tests, functional assessments, and clinical observations to inform accurate diagnoses.
• Record baseline measures and monitor progress using appropriate outcome tools.

Therapy Planning and Implementation

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Deliver therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches for speech, language, communication, and swallowing.
• Adapt therapy techniques and materials to suit patients of varying ages and conditions.
• Review and update therapy plans in response to patient progress and changing clinical needs.

Patient and Family Education

• Counsel patients, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Provide training and resources to support therapy carryover into home and community settings.
• Encourage patient and family participation in treatment planning and goal-setting.

Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Care

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, educators, and social workers to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings.
• Provide input into individualized education or care plans where relevant.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress reports.
• Prepare clinical reports for reviews, referrals, and interdepartmental communication.
• Ensure compliance with professional, ethical, and institutional guidelines.

Professional Development and Supervision

• Engage in continuous professional development to remain current with advances in speech therapy and related fields.
• Participate in clinical audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the training, supervision, and mentoring of junior therapists, interns, or therapy assistants.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Valid licensure to practice as a Speech Therapist in Nigeria.
• Certification from the Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counselling skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and ethical standards.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification clinical experience in a healthcare setting, preferably a hospital or rehabilitation centre.
• Demonstrated expertise in assessing and treating both paediatric and adult populations.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.