Therapy Assistant

SUNLOVE ABODE FOR INTELLECTUALLY-INFIRMED LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNLOVE ABODE FOR INTELLECTUALLY-INFIRMED LTD is seeking a Therapy Assistant to support the OT/PT in delivering therapy services at our centre in Singapore. You will help implement group sessions, assist during procedures, and help with client preparation and documentation.

You will set up therapy equipment, supervise exercises, and maintain safety and hygiene in the therapy area while keeping treatment records up to date. A WSQ Certificate in Therapy Support is required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a WSQ Certificate in Therapy Support.
• Assist therapists in implementing group treatments and prepping clients.
• Maintain and document treatment notes and records with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapist in therapy sessions and setting up apparatus.
• Monitor client safety during exercises and report abnormalities.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of therapy areas and equipment.
• Document client progress and treatment notes on a regular basis.

Skills

Therapy assistance

Patient handling

Documentation

Mobility assistance

Equipment setup

Education

WSQ Certificate in Therapy Support

Tools

Therapy equipment

Job description

The Therapy Assistant supports the Occupational Therapist (OT / Physiotherapist (PT) in administering therapy services to our clients, as well as assisting in documentation such as reporting, filing and preparation of reports.

• Assist therapist in implementing individual group treatments to clients in the centre or carry out planned therapy sessions as defined by the OT/PT
• Assist OT/PT in procedures that include ambulation, gait training, active and passive exercise and muscular re-education with the use of mobility aids and equipment
• Receive and prepare clients for rehabilitative therapy
• Assist OT/PT in setting up apparatus for clients' usage
• Supervise and oversee clients who are practising their exercises while OT/PT is engaged in treating other patients. Monitor clients during heat and any other electrotherapy treatment.
• Make splints and pressure garments under OT/PT supervision.
• Take blood pressure and temperature of clients before exercises
• Monitor clients mobility and alert nursing staff or OT/PT on abnormality for immediate follow-up
• Ensure the safety of clients during therapy sessions
• Maintain updated documentation of all treatment record / case notes of clients
• Assist in keeping therapy areas tidy and ready for treatment; clean therapy equipment; change pillow cases / towels and maintain general cleanliness and hygiene of the centre
• Maintain stock / inventory of therapy items, equipment and domestic items required by the centre. Help with the ordering of departmental stocks from various stores
• Evaluate and document clients' therapy needs, progress and review every three monthly.
• Assist in serving meals and drinks, and feeding patients.
• Escort patients to and fro between their homes and the Senior Care Centre.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must hold a WSQ Certificate in Therapy Support