OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, PHYSIOTHERAPY

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad invites an Occupational Therapist to join our private hospital network in Malaysia. You will conduct assessments, design and implement OT interventions, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team to maximize daily living activities for in-patients and out-patients.

We require a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy with a valid MAHPC Practicing Certificate and 2 years of clinical experience (5+ preferred in hospital settings).

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid Practicing Certificate issued by MAHPC (or equivalent).
• 2 years clinical experience preferred; 5+ years hospital/ambulatory care experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop tailored treatment and discharge plans.
• Provide high-quality occupational therapy interventions aligned with patient goals and data.
• Maintain accurate documentation in KCIS/EHR and report findings to referring doctors.
• Counsel patients and families, and provide home program guidance for self-management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary rehab team to ensure coordinated care.
• Support service operations, scheduling, data collection for KPIs, and quality initiatives.
• Participate in staff orientation, supervision, and mentorship of junior staff.
• Engage in CPD activities and stay updated with clinical guidelines.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

MAHPC Practicing Certificate

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

KCIS/EHR

Job description

The Occupational Therapist is alicensedprofessional responsible for providing anefficient and effective Occupational Therapy serviceto both in-patients and out-patients. The role requires performingevaluations, coordination, and implementation of Occupational Therapy interventionto maximise each patient’sfunctional abilitiesin their daily living activities (ADLs). The incumbent must work co-operatively and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, serve as a patient advocate, and ensure service delivery meetslegal, ethical, and institutional standards.

JOBDESCRIPTION

Main Responsibilities

1.Conduct comprehensive and ongoing patient assessments to identify problems and needs, and develop appropriate treatment and discharge plans tailored to age, culture, support system, and clinical condition.

2.Provide high-quality occupational therapy interventions based on assessment findings and patient goals, ensuring continuity of care and maximising functional abilities.

3.Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing in KCIS/EHR, and report significant findings to referring doctors.

4.Provide counselling, education, and home program guidance to patients, caregivers, and families to support self-management and continuity of care.

5.Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team including physiotherapists, speech therapists, doctors, nurses, and rehab aides to ensure coordinated service delivery.

6.Support administrative functions such as service operations, scheduling, coordination of rehabilitation activities, and maintaining statistical data for KPIs and performance indicators.

7.Participate in staff orientation, supervision, coaching, and mentorship of junior therapists, interns, and rehabilitation assistants; monitor their performance and care delivery.

8.Engage actively in continuous professional development (CPD) via training, workshops, competency assessments, privileging processes, and evidence-based practice updates.

9.Ensure compliance with KPJ policies, MSQH/JCI/ISO standards, MOH regulations, PDPA requirements, and ethical principles in all clinical and administrative tasks.

10.Implement, adhere to, and monitor servicesSOPs for assessments, interventions, documentation, and quality assurance processes.

11.Ensure a safe, hygienic, and functional therapy environment in accordance with hospital safety, infection control, occupational safety and health standards, and emergency procedures.

12.Oversee, maintain, and ensure proper functioning of all occupational therapy equipment, including conducting inspections, reporting faults, managing inventory, and ensuring asset safekeeping.

13.Participate in quality and safety initiatives including incident reporting, Q-Radar compliance, RCA investigations, continuous quality improvement initiative projects, and promoting a patient-safety culture.

14.Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring that therapy services comply with legal, ethical, and institutional standards while maintaining professionalism and positive work culture.

15.Facilitateduties assigned by the Head of Service or hospital managementin supporting marketing and service promotion activities.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by immediate superior or hospital Management.

JOB REQUIREMENT

Education:

• DiplomaorDegreein Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Possession of a validPracticing Certificateissued by the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC) (or equivalent national body)
• Preferred Qualifications and Experience
• Degreein Occupational Therapy.

Knowledge and Experiences:

• 2 years of clinical experience. (Nil minimum mentioned, but experience is preferred)
• Preferred Qualifications and Experience
• 5 years or more experience in a hospital, ambulatory care, or related setting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Conflict resolution and negotiation abilities
• Empathy and active listening in patient and staff interactions
• Coaching and motivation for team empowerment
• Cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence
• Collaborative leadership within multidisciplinary setting

Personal attributes

• Compassionate, patient-centered, and ethical in practice
• Adaptable and resilient under pressure
• Accountable and responsible for outcomes
• Proactive and solution-oriented
• Professional integrity and confidentiality
• Supportive team player with a positive attitude
• Committed to continuous learning and service improvement

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Healthcare Services More than 10,000 employees

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

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