Speech Therapist

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for a qualified Speech Pathologist to assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing difficulties. The role includes both clinical responsibilities and operational duties for senior positions. Candidates should have relevant clinical experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position requires registration eligibility with the Allied Health Professional Council and full COVID-19 vaccination.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 to 6 years relevant clinical experience in a large acute hospital setting.
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professional Council.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients who are unable to communicate effectively.
• Undertake delegated areas of operational and administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology or Masters of Science in Speech Pathology

Job description

Overview

You will assess, diagnose and treat patients who are unable to communicate effectively and who may also have swallowing difficulties. Your patients will be a mix of children and adults from ENT, Oncology, Neurology, Plastic Surgery, Respiratory Medicine and Paediatrics.

Responsibilities

For senior positions, you are expected to undertake delegated areas of operational and administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology (or equivalent) or Masters of Science in Speech Pathology with a Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Minimum 4 to 6 years\' relevant clinical experience in a large acute hospital setting to be considered for a senior position
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professional Council
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19