Therapy Assistant

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics in Singapore is seeking a Therapy Assistant to support Physiotherapists in patient supervision and therapy interventions, and to assist with data entry in EPIC.

You will help manage clinic slots, perform safety checks, assist in gait training, and help with equipment cleaning and inventory. A patient-centered approach and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of healthcare clinical experience.
• GCE 'N' or 'O' Level is required.
• HMI/ITE Certificate in healthcare or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physiotherapists in supervision of patients and implement therapy interventions and outcome measures.
• Log data into EPIC electronic documentation system.
• Manage clinic slots and perform safety checks.
• Assist in gait training with walking aids and supervise exercises as instructed.
• Clean and maintain therapy equipment and manage inventory and reminders.

Skills

English

Second language

Diligent

Flexible

Service-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

MS Office

Patient-focused

Education

GCE 'N' or 'O' Level

HMI/ITE Certificate in healthcare or equivalent

Minimum 1 year of healthcare clinical experience

Job description

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.
• GCE 'N' or 'O' Level.
• HMI/ITE Certificate in healthcare or equivalent will be preferred.