Senior / Speech Therapist

CADMUS RESOURCES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CADMUS RESOURCES is looking for a qualified Speech Therapist to join the Integrated Healthcare Support Team in Singapore. This role involves conducting assessments for clients with communication disorders and developing tailored therapy plans.

The candidate will collaborate with healthcare professionals, train caregivers, and ensure quality improvement in services. Candidates must have a relevant degree and registration with AHP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Speech Therapy / Speech-Language Pathology.
• Full registration with Allied Health Professional Council (AHP).
• Strong clinical knowledge in adult dysphagia and neurogenic communication disorders.
• Ability to work independently in various home environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for clients/residents with communication disorders.
• Develop and implement person-centered therapy plans.
• Perform bedside swallow screenings and assessments.
• Train family members on communication strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.

Skills

Clinical knowledge in adult dysphagia

Ability to work independently

Empathy and patience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Speech Therapy

Job description

Community, Active Ageing & Elder Care Provider

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Be Part of the Integrated Healthcare Support Team

Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive evaluations for clients/residents with communication disorders (aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia) and swallowing difficulties, often resulting from stroke, dementia, or neurological conditions.
• Intervention Planning: Develop and implement person‑centered therapy plans that align with the client's/ resident's lifestyle and the caregiver's capacity.
• Dysphagia Management: Perform bedside swallow screenings and assessments. Recommend appropriate food textures and fluid consistencies to prevent aspiration.
• Caregiver Empowerment: Train family members and domestic helpers on communication strategies and safe feeding techniques.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, nurses, other allied health professionals to ensure a holistic approach to the client's/ resident's well‑being.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and provide reports for functional status reviews or funding requirements.
• Staff training and development: Develop training materials and resources and conduct training for therapists, support staff and care partners
• Service and quality improvement: Assist to conduct quality improvement/research project

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Speech Therapy / Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Full registration with Allied Health Professional Council (AHP)
• Strong clinical knowledge in adult dysphagia and neurogenic communication disorders.
• High empathy, patience, adaptable and resourceful.
• Ability to work independently in various home environments and community settings.