Therapy Aide

Sree Narayana Mission (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Singapore seeks a dedicated rehabilitation support staff member. The role involves assisting therapists in executing rehabilitation programs, preparing therapy areas, and educating residents on equipment use. Qualification requires at least HMI Certificate or equivalent, with a year of related experience. Ideal candidates are team players with good interpersonal and organizational skills, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to residents' well-being and recovery.

Qualifications

• At least 1 Year(s) of working experience in a related field in a Restructured/Community Hospital or Nursing Home.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Client Assessment for Physiotherapy – Level 1.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist therapists in executing rehabilitative services.
• Prepare rehabilitation rooms by following protocols.
• Assist residents in therapy activities and routines.
• Educate residents on equipment use and exercise routines.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

HMI Certificate / 'O' Level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office - Ms Word

Microsoft Office - Ms Excel

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support and assists the Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and Programme Coordinator in executing the rehabilitative services, programmes and activities to residents of Sree Narayana Mission (Singapore).
• Assist in preparing the rehabilitation room by following prescribed procedures and protocols, including tidying therapy areas and assisting in cleaning of equipment and areas
• Prepare clients for physical and occupational therapist treatment activities by assisting residents into therapy apparels, and escorting residents to and from the ward and rehabilitative room.
• Assist the therapist in implementing rehabilitation programmes and therapy works to residents including setting up / supervising / assisting residents in the performance of therapeutic activities / exercises.
• Educate residents by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Perform basic data entry and retrieval of data when required.
• Carries out treatment and procedures prescribed for residents accordingly to expected standards of practice and guidelines.
• Practises proper decontamination procedures and infection control measures.
• Participate as a member of the health team by attending relevant ward rounds, meetings and team conferences, and involved in discussion of resident-related issues with caregivers and family members.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least HMI Certificate / ‘O’ Level or equivalent
• At least 1 Year(s) of working experience in the related field in a Restructured/Community Hospital or Nursing Home
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office – Ms Word & Ms Excel
• Team player with good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills

Competency & Proficiency Level

Must-have

• Client Assessment for Physiotherapy – Level 1
• Client Education in Rehabilitation Therapy – Level 1
• Infection Control – Level 2
• Inventory Control and Equipment Maintenance in Rehabilitation Care – Level 1
• Intervention Implementation in Therapy Support – Level 1
• Professional, Legal and Ethical Healthcare Practice – Level 2
• Therapy Intervention Implementation – Level 2

Good-to-have

• Effective Client Communication – Level 1
• Emergency Response and Crisis Management – Level 2
• Clinical Record Documentation and Management in Rehabilitation Therapy – Level 2
• Therapy Intervention Evaluation – Level 2

Critical Core Skills

• Communication - Basic
• Influence - Basic
• Collaboration - Intermediate
• Adaptability - Basic
• Decision Making - Basic