Occupational Therapy
Central University Hospital Of Kigali ( CHUK) | Post type: jobs August 18, 2026 - Deadline 25/08/2026 | NumberOfPosition [1]
Central University Hospital Of Kigali ( CHUK) Overview

The University Teaching Hospital of Kigali is a 519 beds teaching hospital located in Kigali City, Rwanda. Founded in 1918 by Belgian colonialists, CHUK is the first and the biggest healthcare institution in Rwanda. CHUK has played a role in rebuilding Rwanda's healthcare after the genocide against Tutsi of 1994.

Job responsibilities

  • Assess patients' physical, cognitive, sensory, psychosocial, and functional abilities.

  • Develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans based on patient needs.

  • Help patients regain or improve independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, bathing, feeding, and mobility.

  • Provide rehabilitation for patients with neurological, orthopedic, pediatric, or other disabling conditions.

  • Recommend and train patients in the use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.

  • Educate patients, caregivers, and families on rehabilitation techniques and home exercise programs.

  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.

  • Maintain accurate patient records, assessments, treatment notes, and progress reports.

  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with physicians, physiotherapists, nurses, speech therapists, psychologists, and social workers.

  • Ensure compliance with professional ethics, infection prevention, patient safety, and hospital policies.

  • Participate in continuous professional development, clinical teaching, research, and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree (A0) in Occupational Therapy Sciences

    0 Year of relevant experience

Required certificates

  • Valid License to practice issued professional council in Rwanda

Required competencies and key technical skills

  • Interpersonal and writing skills

  • Interpersonal skills

  • Confidentiality, ethical and teamwork skills;

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