THERAPY ASSISTANT (HNF Wellness@Buangkok)

We are always on the lookout for people who care. People who have compassion for others and who understand the pivotal role home healthcare providers play in an ageing society like ours.

You’ll make a difference in many lives, and while challenging, the job offers a sense of personal fulfilment like no other.

Embark on a meaningful career with HNF today!

If you have what it takes, we love to hear from you!

Kindly ensure that your NRIC no. is not stated in the resume.

 

Job Description

  • Provide therapy and care support for clients in the senior care centre with instruction from Primary Therapist, under the supervision of centre manager ensuring:
    • Dignity of client
    • Client’s safety
    • Confidentiality of the client’s information
    • Advocacy on behalf of the clients
  • Perform vital signs assessment and, if necessary, pain score prior and/or post exercises or activities
  • Assist therapist in guiding clients and their next-of-kin/ caregiver on:
    • ADL
    • Fall prevention
    • Home safety
    • Transfer techniques and devices
    • Exercises
    • Mobility Aid
    • Wheelchair mobility (indoor and outdoor)
  • Conduct physical and/or online exercise sessions in adherence to the care plans prescribed by Primary Therapist. This includes stretching, strength training, ROM exercises and application of physical modalities.
  • Conduct maintenance activities which includes physical, recreational and other activities planned by the Therapist or Centre Manager. 
  • Work with care staff to surface issues at the Multi-Disciplinary team to meet the needs of the respective patients.
  • Monitor client’s response to treatment and report red flag issues and change in mental status, side effects of medication, unusual incidents which impede on safety to staff-in-charge in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate client’s visit schedule using the weekly planner. To inform clients/caregivers on visitation schedule including changes in a timely manner.
  • Perform transfers, and assist in mobility in a safe manner.
  • Perform proper documentation of patients’ care/progress notes in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Maintain Inventory for supplies and equipment.
  • Simple equipment maintenance.
  • Roster for shift work such as for escort duty when necessary.
  • Any other duties as assigned which include administrative tasks, data collection etc.

 

Job Requirements

  • GCE O or N level
  • WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Therapy Support), Certificate in Therapy Services or equivalent
  • Physical fitness to lift and manoeuvre patients during treatments and exercise for extended periods of time
  • Computer literate to do electronic entry into electronic medical record.
  • Experience in healthcare/community care setting would be an advantage.

 

To apply, email your resume to recruit@hnf.org.sg