Physician (TCM)

Gushengtang TCM Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gushengtang TCM Pte Ltd is seeking a fully registered TCM Physician to deliver comprehensive clinical care in a patient-centred clinic in Singapore. You will diagnose using traditional methods, design personalised treatment plans, and prescribe Chinese herbal medicine with professional counselling.

You will also provide wellness education, maintain high patient satisfaction, and ensure compliance with MOH and PDPA regulations while contributing to clinic operations and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from a recognised institution.
• Fully registered TCM Physician with the Singapore Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (TCMPB).
• Possess a valid Practising Certificate issued by TCMPB.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient consultations and perform TCM diagnosis.
• Formulate and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe Chinese herbal medicine and provide counselling and usage instructions.
• Perform acupuncture, cupping, tuina, moxibustion and other approved procedures.
• Monitor outcomes and adjust treatment plans to optimise care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records per regulatory and clinic requirements.
• Provide professional healthcare advice, wellness education, and preventive care.

Skills

TCM knowledge

Acupuncture

Herbal prescription

Interpersonal skills

English & Mandarin

Professional ethics

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine

TCMPB registered TCM Physician

Practising Certificate (TCMPB)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Conduct comprehensive patient consultations and perform TCM diagnosis using established TCM principles and methodologies.
• Formulate and implement individualized treatment plans based on patients' medical conditions and healthcare needs.
• Prescribe Chinese herbal medicine and provide appropriate medication counselling and usage instructions.
• Perform TCM treatments including acupuncture, cupping, tuina, moxibustion, and other approved therapeutic procedures.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal patient care.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical records in accordance with regulatory and clinic requirements.

Patient Management

• Provide professional healthcare advice, wellness education, and preventive care recommendations to patients.
• Establish and maintain strong patient relationships through quality service and effective communication.
• Ensure high standards of patient satisfaction and service excellence.
• Follow up on patients' treatment progress and continuity of care.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with the Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (TCMPB) regulations, Ministry of Health (MOH) guidelines, and clinic policies.
• Adhere to all clinical governance, infection control, workplace safety, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and safeguard patient information in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits as required.

Business and Operational Support

• Support the achievement of clinic operational and business objectives.
• Collaborate with clinic assistants, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Participate in marketing activities, health talks, educational seminars, and community outreach programmes where required.
• Contribute to patient retention and clinic growth through the delivery of quality healthcare services.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from a recognised institution.
• Fully registered TCM Physician with the Singapore Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (TCMPB).
• Possess a valid Practising Certificate issued by TCMPB.

Experience

• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Candidates with strong clinical competencies and relevant qualifications may be considered regardless of years of experience.

Competencies and Skills

• Strong knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine theories and clinical practices.
• Proficient in acupuncture, herbal prescription, and other TCM treatment modalities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin to serve a diverse patient base.
• Strong patient service orientation and professional ethics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Working Hours

• Able to work on rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Willing to be deployed across clinic locations based on operational requirements.