Principal Physiotherapist

St. Hilda’s Community Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

St Hilda’s Community Services Centre is seeking a Lead Physiotherapist to direct the Centre’s physiotherapy and rehabilitation programmes, delivering personalised care to improve mobility and independence. The role includes mentoring staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care in the community.

The ideal candidate has a physiotherapy degree, AHPC registration, and at least 10 years of relevant experience spanning hospital, rehabilitation, geriatrics, or day

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent from a recognised institution.
• Registration with AHPC (Allied Health Professions Council).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant physiotherapy experience in hospital/rehabilitation/community care settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of physiotherapy services and rehabilitation programmes to achieve mobility and functional goals.
• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored plans.
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop physiotherapists and therapy staff to enhance clinical skills.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, nurses, doctors and care staff to provide integrated care.
• Educate clients and families on exercises and fall prevention strategies for ongoing care.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical assessment

Fall prevention

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Job description

Company Overview

St Hilda’s Community Services Centre is a voluntary welfare organisation dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors. Through our integrated Senior Care Centre, comprising a Day Rehabilitation Centre and an Active Ageing Centre, we provide holistic care and support to residents in the Tanjong Rhu community and its surrounding areas. Located in one of Singapore’s early housing estates, we are deeply rooted in the community we serve, building connections and enriching lives every day. At St Hilda’s, our work goes beyond services — it is about people, purpose, and impact. Reaching out, Touching lives.

Job Summary

Lead physiotherapy services and rehabilitation programmes at the Centre, delivering personalised care to improve client mobility and independence while mentoring staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of physiotherapy services and rehabilitation programmes to achieve client mobility and functional goals
• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored treatment and rehabilitation plans
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to enhance clients’ mobility, strength, balance, function, and independence
• Monitor client progress regularly and adjust treatment plans to optimise rehabilitation outcomes
• Supervise, guide, and mentor physiotherapists and therapy support staff to enhance clinical skills and service quality
• Collaborate closely with occupational therapists, nurses, doctors, care staff, and other professionals to provide integrated, holistic care
• Educate clients, caregivers, and families on exercises, mobility techniques, and fall prevention strategies to support ongoing care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, records, and reports in compliance with standards
• Drive development, review, and implementation of clinical protocols, step-down rehabilitation programmes, and quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to staff training, case discussions, and community rehabilitation efforts to promote best practices
• Ensure compliance with professional, clinical, safety, and regulatory standards to uphold service excellence

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent from a recognised institution
• Registration with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Minimum 10 years of relevant physiotherapy experience in hospital, rehabilitation, geriatrics, community care, or day rehabilitation settings

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience developing step-down rehabilitation programmes to support community reintegration and continuity of care
• Experience transitioning care from hospital to community-based rehabilitation settings
• Proven experience supervising or mentoring physiotherapists and/or therapy support staff
• Strong clinical expertise in assessment, treatment planning, and rehabilitation
• Knowledge of mobility, balance, falls prevention, and functional rehabilitation
• Leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage seniors, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to person-centred care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams