Therapy Assistant (6752) - Alexandra Hospital

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM PTE. LTD. is looking for a Therapy Assistant in Singapore to support therapists in both clinical and administrative duties. The role involves assisting patients with therapeutic activities, preparing treatment areas, and conducting group therapy exercises under supervision.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum GCE ‘N’ level, be service-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment within a reputable healthcare institution.

Qualifications

• Must be service oriented and patient focused.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the therapist in therapeutic activities and exercises.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment for patient use.
• Conduct group therapy exercises under supervision.
• Perform administrative duties such as data entry and inventory checks.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Service oriented and patient focused

Education

Minimum GCE ‘N’ level

Job description

Job Purpose

The Therapy Assistant is to provide assistance to therapists in clinical, administrative and technical duties and to assist in the supervision of healthcare attendants.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist the therapist in setting up / supervising / assisting patients in the performance of therapeutic activities / exercises
• Assist the therapist in setting up treatment areas/ gyms/ clinics in preparation for patient use
• Assist the therapist in setting up modalities/ therapeutic equipment and supervising patients on them.
• Assist in conducting group therapy exercises with supervision of the therapist
• Tidy therapy area and assist with cleaning duties.
• Co-ordinate portering of patients to and from the department for therapy in the area of work, and porter patients if necessary.
• Assist with overseeing of Healthcare Attendant duties/ portering assignment in Rehab area

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform inventory checks of equipment / supplies / forms and managing inventory lists
• Perform photocopying, binding, filing and distribution of documents and forms.
• Perform basic data entry and data retrieval using relevant computer programmes.
• Maintain therapeutic equipment and devices
• Assist in orientation and induction of new therapy assistants.
• Handle enquiries, answer phone calls, record and convey messages

Job Specification/Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘N’ level
• Service oriented and patient focused
• Good communication and interpersonal skills