Full Time Occupational Therapist Jobs, Salary up to SGD 4,500 in Man Fut Tong Nursing Home Islandwide (Singapore) - Maukerja

We invite you to join our team as:

Occupational Therapist

5 days’ work week

Job Responsibilities

1. Client Assessment and Therapy Intervention

• Assess clients’ functional abilities, needs and disabilities, and develop, implement and review individualized occupational therapy programmes.

• Provide individual and group therapy to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), upper limb function, sensory and cognitive skills, behaviour, social skills and pre-vocational abilities.

• Monitor and document clients’ progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness and refer clients to specialists when necessary.

2. Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Caregiver Training

• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team, caregivers and family members to support clients’ rehabilitation and overall well-being.

• Prescribe and provide assistive devices to enhance clients’ independence and functional abilities.

• Train caregivers and support staff in safe transfers, positioning, feeding, wheelchair mobility and therapeutic activities.

3. Administrative and Clinical Documentation

• Maintain accurate client records, assessments, therapy plans, progress reports, schedules and discharge plans.

• Conduct clinical discussions and coordinate with internal and external healthcare professionals and agencies.

4. Staff Supervision and Professional Development

• Supervise occupational therapy support staff and monitor the delivery of therapy programmes.

• Provide on-the-job training and organize in-service training for rehabilitation and care staff.

• Maintain professional standards, confidentiality and continuous professional development, and participate in relevant research activities.

5. Therapy Equipment and Resource Management

• Monitor the safety, functionality, cleanliness and maintenance of therapy equipment and assistive devices.

• Maintain equipment inventories and report damaged, missing or malfunctioning items.

• Supervise support staff in maintaining departmental cleanliness and equipment readiness.

6. Community Integration and General Duties

• Work with the multidisciplinary team to promote clients’ independence, participation and integration into the community.

• Attend relevant meetings, contribute professional expertise and undertake other duties assigned by the Head of Department or Management.

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognised institution

• Registered with the relevant professional body (APHC)

• At least 1 year of relevant work experience preferably in a nursing home, rehabilitation centre, or elderly care setting.

• Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

• Ability to assess residents’ needs and develop appropriate therapy plans.