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.
