Occupational Therapist #SGUnitedJobs

Clinical Care • Is responsible for compliance of all occupational therapy standards as stipulated by the Ministry of Health and Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) • Carry out assessment on residents as part of the admission assessment and conduct regular routine assessment on in-house residents who may require occupational therapy or rehabilitation service. • Recommend appropriate OT programmes and activities for residents. • Provide leadership to the therapy staff to ensure safe and quality resident care, and in compliance to standards. Is responsible for the supervision, evaluation and disciplining of staff in her/ his team • Promote evidence-based practices on therapy services • Ensure written policies, procedures and work process are available and up to date to guide OT-related therapy services • Evaluate and ensure that OT-related therapy services are being delivered in accordance to policies, guidelines and procedures • Assist in the implementation of resident’s discharge plan to ensure smooth transition back to the community • Provide training for caregivers in preparation for resident’s discharge back to the community. • Monitor OT-related therapy service quality performance indicators and develop action plan for continuous improvement. • Keep good records of all services performed and submit weekly case reports to the Nursing Home Managers. A monthly consolidated report of workload statistics and other concerns to do with service standards would be required to be submitted to the Manager. Quality • Review and update therapy services workflow, policies and procedures • Ensure team members are familiar with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and all emergency protocols • Work with nursing team, other allied health professionals and support care team to coordinate, conduct and facilitate quality improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects • Maintain systematic inventory control and maintenance of equipment to achieve optimal utilisation and ensure equipment is safe for use • Coordinate, manage and evaluate OT-related therapy services to ensure the provision of safe, effective and quality care to residents Training & Development • Direct and facilitate therapy aides’ development, skills and competency upgrading through various opportunities • Teach, mentor and supervise therapy aides in performing the various prescribed occupational therapy services and programmes • Conduct regular and on-going assessment of therapy aides’ competencies to ensure achievement of targets set and/or expected competency levels • Orientate and appraise newly joined staff members during their induction • Assist the Rehab Manager in identifying, planning and making decisions to meet training and developmental needs of therapy aides Administration • Utilise performance management and counselling skills effectively to motivate staff to perform at their optimal level and ensure care delivered is in compliance to standards of practice • Ensure the safe storage of all confidential files, records, documents; and that residents confidentiality is maintained at all times • Ensure that effective and cooperative working relationships are maintained within the Therapy team, and between internal and external customer groups • Oversee the administration of the therapy gym, station, equipment and all relevant facilities. To report any faults to the manager. Ensure proper documentation and billing for residents. • Maintain an inventory list of therapy equipment and ensure regular maintenance is done • Perform such other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time by the Administrator. Qualifications • Candidate must possess a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and fully registered with AHPC, Singapore. • At least 2 year(s) of working experience in a healthcare environment. • Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people and cultures, maintaining a high level of quality service. • Self-motivated to keep up-to-date with advances in the field of Occupational Therapy. • Applicants must be willing to travel across Singapore. Other Information • Ability to work effectively in team environment. • Proficient in Occupational Therapy activities/treatment. • Knowledge on transferring of patients. • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Possess leadership and planning skills. • Ability to work under pressure. • Proficiency in MS Office.