Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Physician

Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking a TCM Physician to promote holistic well-being through Traditional Chinese Medicine. The role involves conducting workshops, providing personalized care, and collaborating with health professionals. Candidates must have a recognized TCM degree, expertise in acupuncture, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a weekday work schedule with occasional flexibility for workshops.

Qualifications

• Recognised Degree or Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine and valid registration with the TCM Practitioners Board, Singapore.
• Demonstrated expertise in acupuncture and pain management.
• Knowledge of TCM food therapy and preventive health approaches.
• Ability to travel between sites and manage schedules independently.
• Commitment to community care and promoting active ageing.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct health and wellness workshops for seniors.
• Provide pain management treatments using TCM modalities.
• Collaborate with health professionals for coordinated care.
• Travel between centres to provide clinical services.

Skills

Acupuncture

Pain management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of TCM food therapy

Education

Recognised Degree or Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Job description

The TCM Physician promotes holistic well-being and active ageing by integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with community-based preventive health practices. The role focuses on early intervention, education, and personalised care for seniors.

Key Responsibilities – Aligned to a Preventive Health Framework

1. Health Promotion & Education

• Design and conduct health and wellness workshops for seniors, covering lifestyle management, chronic disease prevention, and TCM principles.
• Recommend and adopt food therapy as part of nutrition education and wellness programmes.

2. Early Detection & Pain Management

• Provide pain management treatments, including acupuncture and other TCM modalities, to address musculoskeletal and chronic conditions.
• Assess clients and refer them to Tzu Chi Foundation clinics or appropriate services when further medical evaluation is required.

3. Integrated & Personalised Care

• Collaborate with medical doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to discuss case management and ensure coordinated care.
• Work with the Tzu Chi Integrated Health Team to develop and implement personalised care plans tailored to each senior’s needs.

4. Community Access & Service Delivery

• Travel between the two Tzu Chi Active Ageing Centres (currently located in Bukit Batok and Jurong West) to provide clinical services, workshops, and community outreach.

Job Requirements:

• Recognised Degree or Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine and valid registration with the TCM Practitioners Board, Singapore.
• Demonstrated expertise in acupuncture and pain management.
• Knowledge of TCM food therapy and preventive health approaches.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage seniors and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to travel between sites and manage schedules independently.
• Commitment to community care and promoting active ageing.

Work Schedule

Primarily weekday office hours (0830-1730), with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend workshops.