Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy

Sengkang General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sengkang General Hospital is looking for a dedicated individual to assist occupational therapists in conducting individual or group therapy. The role includes setting up equipment, managing inventory, and performing general administrative duties.

The ideal candidate should have GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level or equivalent in Healthcare Support and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Physical stamina is essential for patient handling and equipment maintenance. Teamwork and interpersonal skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level or equivalent in Healthcare Support.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications essential.
• Able to handle physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in conducting therapy sessions.
• Set up equipment for therapy and manage inventory.
• Perform general administrative duties.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Ability to handle physically demanding work

Proficient in a local language and/or dialect

Good interpersonal skills

Experience in using an electric sewing machine

Education

GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level / WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support

Certificate in Therapy Services

Job description

You will assist occupational therapists in conducting individual or group therapy, setting up equipment, inventory control and general administrative duties.

Requirements

• GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level / WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Therapy Support), Certificate in Therapy Services
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (e.g. basic MS Word, Excel)
• Able to handle physically demanding work, which includes transferring of patients and maintenance/cleaning of rehabilitative equipment
• Proficient in a local language and/or dialect (in order to liaise with local language and/or dialect speaking patients)
• Experience in using an electric sewing machine would be advantageous
• Team player with good interpersonal skills