Senior / Occupational Therapist*(7909) - Alexandra Hospital

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore seeks an Occupational Therapist to conduct patient assessments and implement treatment plans. The role includes collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and requires a recognized diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy. Candidates with interests in Geriatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics, and Palliative Care are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Recognised Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Interest in Geriatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics, Palliative Care.
• Prior experience in these areas is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients referred for occupational therapy independently.
• Implement treatment plans and comply with clinical standards.
• Document patients’ progress and communicate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independence

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

You will be responsible in conducting assessment and providing intervention for patients referred for occupational therapy. You will participate in administration and professional education as and when required.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess and manage patients referred for occupational therapy independently
• Implement appropriate treatment plans and comply to clinical standards
• Provide timely review of patients in the continuum of care
• Document patient’s progress and records accurately
• Practice within areas of professional competence and seek clinical support from supervisor/other healthcare professionals when appropriate

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare members in the multi-disciplinary team
• Participate and assist in managing clinical and/or service initiatives
• Assist in providing clinical education of occupational therapy students
• Contribute to departmental in-service training programmes and hospital educational talks

Requirements

• Recognised Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Interest in working in the following areas: Geriatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics (including hand therapy) & Palliative Care, prior experience in any of these areas will be an advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work well in a team and also independently
• Competent in using Microsoft Office software

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘[e-mail]’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.