Occupational Therapist Locum (Home Therapy)

REN CI HOSPITAL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ren Ci Hospital is seeking an occupational therapist to assess and treat patients in home and community settings, ensuring safe daily living activities and independence. You will work with a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care with caregivers and external partners.

The role requires MOH-recognised qualification, AHPC registration, and willingness to travel to patients’ homes. Experience in community or home care is preferred; strong documentation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by MOH and AHPC.
• AHPC registration with Practising Certificate is required.
• Postgraduate qualification or relevant certification is an advantage.
• Experience in community, rehabilitation, or home care settings is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Able to travel to patients' homes and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Perform home environment assessments to identify safety and fall risks.
• Recommend and prescribe assistive devices and home modifications.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and adapt interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, patients, caregivers, and agencies.
• Educate and support patients and caregivers in daily living activities.
• Maintain confidential clinical documentation and records.
• Supervise therapy aides and OT students when required.
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with community partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Comply with infection control, health and safety policies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Independent home visits

Communication

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor or degree in Occupational Therapy

AHPC registration (Practising Certificate)

Postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to improve patients' functional independence and quality of life.


• Perform home environment assessments to identify safety, accessibility, and fall risks.


• Recommend and prescribe assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and home modifications to support ageing-in-place.


• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify interventions according to patients' changing needs.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, patients, caregivers, and external agencies to ensure coordinated care and discharge planning.


• Educate, train, and support patients and caregivers in managing daily living activities safely and effectively.


• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation and patient records.


• Supervise therapy aides and support the supervision of occupational therapy students where required.


• Participate in professional development, departmental meetings, training, quality improvement initiatives, and research-related activities.


• Liaise with community partners, voluntary welfare organisations, and relevant agencies to facilitate continuity of care.


• Comply with professional, organisational, infection control, health and safety, and risk management requirements.


• Identify, report, and mitigate potential risks, hazards, and incidents in accordance with organisational policies.


• Perform any other duties and projects assigned by Management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by MOH and the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC).


• Registered with AHPC and holds a valid Practising Certificate.


• Postgraduate qualification or relevant certification is an advantage.


• Experience in community, rehabilitation, or home care settings is preferred.


• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently in patients' homes and community-based settings with sound clinical judgement.


• Good communication, interpersonal, and multidisciplinary team collaboration skills.


• Proficient in clinical documentation and report writing.


• Compassionate, patient-centred, empathetic, and adaptable.


• Strong organisational and time management skills.


• Committed to continuous professional development, quality improvement, and patient safety.


• Willingness and flexibility to travel to patients' homes and community settings as required.

WORK LOCATION

• Primary Work Location : Ren Ci Woodlands Nursing home (17 Woodlands Dr 17, Singapore)


• Home Therapy Coverage Area : North, Northwest, and West regions of Singapore

WORK ARRANGEMENT

• 2 workdays per week.


• Travel to patients' residences and community-based settings as required for assessment, treatment, caregiver training, and follow-up interventions.


• Maintain flexibility to support service delivery across assigned geographical zones based on operational needs.