Therapy Assistant (Podiatry- DFS)*

NUHS@Home; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 31.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

National University Polyclinics is seeking a Podiatry support role to screen for diabetic foot risk factors, assess levels, and refer patients as needed. You will educate patients and caregivers on foot care and maintain clear documentation of findings.

Must be able to work 5 days a week, travel to different polyclinics, and assist in infection control practices; English and another language skills are preferred.

Formación

• Higher Nitec with GCE 'N' or 'O' Level Credits in English, Mathematics and Science.

Responsabilidades

• Screen for risk factors in the diabetic foot and determine the corresponding risk level
• Recognise diabetic foot conditions and refer patients to the doctor/podiatrist for management
• Deliver education on diabetic foot care to patients and/or caregivers
• Provide clear documentation on the results of the diabetic foot screening
• Adhere to legal, ethical, professional, departmental and organisational policies such as good infection control practices.
• Take part in activities that promote awareness of Podiatry

Conocimientos

Diabetic foot screening

Patient education

Documentation

Infection control

Educación

Higher Nitec with GCE N/O Level Credits in English/Math/Science

WSQ Higher Certificate in Therapy Services

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Job ID: 4050
Job Function: Allied Health
Institution: National University Polyclinics
You Will Be Responsible For The Following

• screen for risk factors in the diabetic foot and determine the corresponding risk level
• recognise diabetic foot conditions and refer patients to the doctor/podiatrist for management
• deliver education on diabetic foot care to patients and/or caregivers
• provide clear documentation on the results of the diabetic foot screening
• adhere to legal, ethical, professional, departmental and organisational policies such as good infection control practices.
• take part in activities that promote awareness of Podiatry
  

Requirements

• Higher Nitec with GCE ‘N’ or ‘O’ Level Credits in English, Mathematics and Science
• WSQ Higher Certificate in Therapy Services will be an advantage
• 5 days workweek. Willing to travel to different polyclinics and work on Saturdays
• Nurses looking for a career change are welcome to apply
• Service orientated with good listening and interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and another language (Chinese, Malay, or Tamil).
• Ability to lift reasonable loads
• Good time management
• Able to work well both independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office