Occupational Therapist

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Singapore is seeking an Occupational Therapist to conduct client assessments, set treatment goals, and carry out occupational therapy treatments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. This role is integral to ensuring quality client care and involves training staff as well.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy (recognised by Allied Health Professions Council).
• Effective communication with clients.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessment and planned treatment.
• Set appropriate treatment goals for the client.
• Carry out occupational therapy treatment.
• Conduct caregiver training.
• Carry out discharge planning.
• Manage risk and quality in clinical settings.
• Carry out audits.
• Review clinical guidelines.
• Conduct training to department colleagues.
• Develop and maintain the individual staff training plan.
• Assist in quality improvement projects.
• Plan/coordinate training.

Skills

Effective Client Communication

Good decision making ability

Good problem-solving skills

Good team player

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

Clinical Areas:

• Conduct client assessment and planned treatment
• Set appropriate treatment goals for client
• Carry out occupational therapy treatment
• Conduct caregiver training
• Carry out discharge planning

Clinical Administration:

• Manage risk and quality
• Carry out audits
• Review clinical guidelines

Training and Research:

• Conduct training to department colleagues
• Develop and maintain the individual staff training plan
• Assist in quality improvement projects
• Plan/ coordinate training

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy (recognised by Allied Health Professions Council)
• Effective Client Communication
• Good decision making ability
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good team player