Senior/Therapy Aide - Choa Chu Kang
- Clinical Duties
o To provide effective Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy treatment for clients in the different care settings under the guidance of the therapists and/or therapy associates
o Prepare and set up therapy materials and equipment for patient's/ client’s use.
o Performing prescribed treatments as instructed by the therapists with supervision
o Supervise prescribed exercises or therapy activities.
o Communicate information of therapy sessions to the therapists.
o Document patient’s/ client’s progress and records accurately.
o Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic interventions as instructed by therapists
o Conduct basic or routine group therapy
o Maintain good communication with all members within the multidisciplinary team- Education & Training
o Participate and take on ownership of his/her individual training plan
o Participate in departmental in-service training and other external relevant training
o Participate in research and quality improvement projects- Administration & Operation
o Maintain cleanliness and safety of therapy areas
o Adhere to infection control procedures
o Maintain inventories and equipment for the department
o Provides input and support in work group meeting to enhance quality care to the residents
o Able to identify problems and make recommendations within the department and center- Other Duties
o Perform other duties as assigned by the therapists and/or Head, Allied Health
REQUIREMENTS- Relevant certification or qualification in therapy support
- Experience working in intermediate and long-term care sectors or relevant experience working with the elderly or people with disabilities
- Possess basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
- A team player
- Able to multi-task and work independently
- Positive and client-centered with great interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities