Therapy Asst

Institution:  Yishun Community Hospital
Family Group:  Allied Health

Key responsibilities 

  • Assist Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and/or Speech Therapists in supervising patients and implementing therapy interventions. 
  • Apply prescribed therapeutic modalities for routine patients and perform simple assessments under therapist oversight. 
  • Conduct group therapy sessions for low-complexity patients. 
  • Support training and development of junior Therapy Assistant and students through orientations, supervision assistance, and delivery of selected training modules. 
  • Manage operational and administrative tasks, including:  
  • Reporting daily manpower needs and scheduling  
  • Assisting in duty roster planning 
  • Housekeeping and equipment maintenance 
  • Ensuring inventory standards 

Requirements 

  • Education: Diploma or relevant certification in therapy assistance or healthcare support. 
  • Experience: Prior experience in therapy or rehabilitation settings preferred. 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions under supervision. 
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to tasks.