Therapy Assistant: Frontline Patient Care & Rehab Support

Dover Park Hospice; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Park Hospice in Singapore is seeking a Therapy Assistant to support therapists in delivering therapy services to patients and clients. You will help assess, prepare for sessions, monitor safety, and assist with exercises and treatment procedures while keeping areas clean and organized.

You will also handle administrative tasks, inventory, data entry, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, holistic care; the role requires good communication and the ability to work as

Qualifications

• Requirements include ITE/GCE 'N' level or equivalent therapy/rehabilitation support certification.
• WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare (Therapy Support) or Certificate in Therapy Support is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to perform patient handling and transfer activities safely, per established procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists in assessing clients, preparing for therapy sessions, and monitoring their safety throughout sessions.
• Support therapists in implementing treatment plans and therapy procedures following established protocols.
• Prepare and maintain therapy equipment, materials and treatment areas for cleanliness and safety.
• Maintain accurate therapy documentation and communicate client progress to therapists and the care team.
• Conduct basic group therapy or exercise sessions and provide caregiver education as directed by therapists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and contribute observations on clients' progress and care needs.
• Maintain inventory and equipment records, support routine data entry and clerical duties.
• Collaborate with volunteers and multidisciplinary team members to support holistic patient and client care.
• Support staff induction and supervision of patients or equipment when required.
• Ensure patient safety and infection prevention and control by adhering to policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient safety awareness

Education

ITE/GCE N level or equivalent therapy support certification

WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare (Therapy Support)

Job description

Dover Park Hospice in Singapore is seeking a Therapy Assistant to support therapists in delivering therapy services to patients and clients. You will help assess, prepare for sessions, monitor safety, and assist with exercises and treatment procedures while keeping areas clean and organized.

You will also handle administrative tasks, inventory, data entry, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, holistic care; the role requires good communication and the ability to work as