Senior / Occupational Therapist* (7910)

Alexandra Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore seeks an Occupational Therapist responsible for conducting patient assessments and implementing therapy treatment plans. The ideal candidate should have a recognized Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy and good interpersonal skills. You'll work in a multidisciplinary team within various healthcare areas, including geriatrics and neurology. Interested applicants can reach out via careers email to learn more about the position.

Qualifications

• Interest in working in geriatrics, neurology, orthopedics & palliative care.
• Prior experience in these areas is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients referred for occupational therapy.
• Implement treatment plans and comply with clinical standards.
• Document patient’s progress accurately.
• Communicate and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Able to work well in a team

Competent in using Microsoft Office software

Education

Recognised 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, clinical supervision, research supervision, 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.