Therapy Assistant

Vanguard Healthcare; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore is looking for a Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation activities under therapists' supervision. Responsibilities include assisting in individual and group activities, educating clients, and maintaining records. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and skills, especially in communication and interpersonal relations. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with elderly residents.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable with strong time management capabilities.
• Willingness to work with elderly residents/clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing rehab activities under Therapists' supervision.
• Educate clients on proper equipment usage and exercise routines.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Time management

Willingness to work with elderly

Basic computer skills

Experience in rehab services

Education

WSQ Higher Certificate in Therapy Support

NITEC in Community Care and Social Service

Work-Study Diploma in Rehabilitation Care

Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy

Job description

Location : Senja/ Tampines Care Home/ Bukit Batok Care Home

The Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing rehab activites as planned by Therapists and will be required to perform documentation promptly.

Clinical Care

• Work under the supervision of Therapists to assist in implementing individual and group activities such as activities of daily living, ranging exercises, mobilization, and cognitive activities.
• Educate residents/clients on proper use of equipment and exercise routines as prescribed by the Therapists.
• Adhere to all safety measures and infection control procedures.
• Prepare apparatus/equipment/mobility aids according to procedures and protocols as instructed by the Therapists.
• Update residents'/clients' progress promptly to the Therapists.
• Portering of residents for therapy/group activities

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain updated residents/clients' records and data entry for programmes KPI.
• Ensure regular maintenance check of therapy equipment
• Ensure cleanliness and maintain safe work environment (e.g. keeping rehab equipment after use)
• Inform supervisor when stock supplies are low
• Perform other administrative duties or other duties as assigned by the Rehabilitation Manager.

Education Requirements

• WSQ Higher Certificate in Therapy Support
• NITEC in Community Care and Social Service
• Work-Study Diploma in Rehabilitation Care
• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy from non-recognised institutions

Required Skill(S)

• Demonstrates good communications and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and time management skills
• willingness to work with elderly residents/clients
• Able to work independtly and in groups
• Possess basic computer skills
• Preferably 1-year experience in rehab services

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.