Speech Therapist (Rehabilitation Centre)

KK Women's & Children's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Singapore is seeking a Speech Language Therapist specializing in pediatric caseloads to assess and manage communication disorders. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, educating patients and caregivers, and engaging in departmental operations and staff development. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong interpersonal skills, with experience in pediatric settings considered an asset. This position offers the opportunity to contribute towards innovative patient care and research activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Master in Speech Language Therapy required.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience with pediatric speech and language is advantageous.
• Familiarity with dysphagia assessment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Specialize in pediatric caseloads (0-18 years) for communication disorders.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for patient care.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Involved in department operations and staff development.

Skills

Team player

Excellent interpersonal skills

Experience in pediatric speech and language

Dysphagia assessment and intervention

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Entry Level Master in Speech Language Therapy

Job description

KK Women's and Children's Hospital has evolved over the decades, since its founding in 1858, into a regional leader in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Neonatology. Today, the 830-bed hospital is a referral centre providing tertiary services to handle high-risk conditions in women and children.

More than 400 specialists adopt a multi-disciplinary and holistic approach to treatment, and harness the latest innovations and technology for the best medical care possible.

As an academic healthcare institution, KKH believes that world‑class clinical training and research are imperative in raising the standard of care. Hence, the Hospital has adopted a culture of innovation as it strives for world‑class clinical leadership.

As we continually raise the bar on clinical excellence, we are sensitive to our patients' needs for a pleasant hospital experience - one where they receive seamless service and enjoy the warmth of compassionate care in a healing environment.

Job Description

You will specialise in paediatric caseloads (0-18 years of age) in the inpatient and outpatient setting. You will assess and manage communication and swallowing disorders in paediatrics, and evaluate and shape assessment and management practices. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality patient care, provide education to patients, caregivers and other healthcare professionals, as well as engage in research activities. Other job duties include, involved in managing daily operations and department resources, and contribute towards staff development. You will also be involved in implementing the department's initiatives and programmes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Entry Level Master in Speech Language Therapy or its equivalent
• A team player with leadership quality and excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in paediatric speech and language is an asset
• Experience in dysphagia assessment and intervention in adults or paediatrics will be an added advantage