Occupational Therapist

SINGAPORE GENERAL HOSPITAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore General Hospital Pte Ltd is seeking an autonomous Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan and implement occupation-centred patient care aimed at maximizing functional independence and rehabilitation potential.

You will support clinical education for undergraduates, participate in clinical research and public education, and have opportunities to develop in Geriatric, Hand and Upper Limb, Home, Neurological, Orthopedics and Oncology Rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Candidates with 4+ years of relevant hospital or clinical experience may be considered for a senior position.
• Post-graduate qualifications or equivalent will be an advantage.
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professional Council.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan and implement occupation‑centred patient care to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential.
• Support clinical education of undergraduates, clinical research projects and conduct public education.
• Participate in community projects and pursue development in clinical skills and specialisations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Rehabilitation

Education & outreach

Education

Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

You will work as an autonomous practitioner to evaluate, plan and implement occupation centred patient care to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential. You will also be required to support clinical education of undergraduates, clinical research projects and conduct public education as well as participate in community projects. There will be opportunities for development in clinical skills and specialisation in Geriatric Rehabilitation, Hand and Upper Limb Rehabilitation, Home Therapy, Neurological Rehabilitation, Orthopedics Rehabilitation, and Oncology Rehabilitation.

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Candidates with more than 4 years of relevant work experience in a hospital or clinical setting, may be considered for senior position
• Relevant post-graduate qualification(s) or equivalent will be an advantage
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professional Council