Therapy Assistant

NHG Health Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics in Singapore seeks a Therapy Assistant to support Physiotherapists in patient supervision and execution of therapy interventions. The role includes EPIC data entry, clinic scheduling, and assisting with gait training using walking aids.

The ideal candidate will have healthcare exposure, English proficiency, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team across polyclinic locations. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Assist Physiotherapists in supervision of patients and implementation of therapy interventions.
• Experience with EPIC data entry and charting.
• Assist in clinic operations: inventory, cleaning, safety checks and call reminders.
• Able to work at different polyclinic locations from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists in supervising patients and implementing therapy interventions.
• Performed EPIC data entry for pre-consult assessments and outcomes.
• Assist in gait training and use of walking aids.
• Maintain therapy equipment and inventory; support clinic operations.

Skills

English proficiency

Second language

Diligent

Flexible

Resourceful

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independence

Team player

Location flexibility

Patient focus

Computer skills

Multitasking

Healthcare passion

Education

HMI/ITE Certificate in healthcare or equivalent

Job description

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Institution: National Healthcare Group Polyclinics

Family Group: Allied Health

What you’ll do as a Therapy Assistant!

You will assist Physiotherapists in the supervision of patients as well as the implementation of therapy interventions and outcome measures for selected patient cases. These includes assisting in the pre-consult assessment and corresponding data entry into the electronic documentation system (EPIC), managing clinic slots, applying electro physical modalities, assisting therapist in gait training with walking aid for patients, performing safety checks independently, assisting in the teaching and supervision of exercise as per Physiotherapist’s instruction.

You will be responsible for operational and administrative tasks such as cleaning and maintaining therapy equipment and devices, checking, and updating of inventory and call reminder to ensure smooth operations of physiotherapy service.

Skills crucial to success in this role!

• Conversant in English and a second language.
• Diligent, flexible and resourceful
• Highly motivated and service-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as a team
• Willingness to work at a different polyclinic location from time to time
• Patient-focused with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Proficient in Computer skills and Microsoft Office applications
• Able to work independently when required
• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Passion for a healthcare career and who is inspired to move ahead despite challenges

Preferred Qualification!

• Minimum 1 year of relevant working experience in healthcare clinical settings
• HMI/ITE Certificate in healthcare or equivalent will be preferred