REHAB ASSISTANT

Job Description

Assist the therapists in assessing clients status for suitability to start therapy sessions or continue with therapy sessions

Conduct routine assessment as per therapist instructions.

Document results of case history taking, assessment results, therapy plans, interventions, goals and outcome measures to be reverified by therapist in charge

Prepare clients, materials and equipment for assessments or therapy

Communicate information of therapy sessions to the therapists

Conduct dementia related assessments as instructed by therapist

Perform routine clinical interventions

Train client in assistive devices and equipment according to therapist instruction

Provide clients and caregivers with education and training according to therapist instruction

Inform therapist if client's condition changes.

Conduct basic or routine group therapy

Assist in conducting dementia related interventions

Communicate information of the therapy session to therapist

Document therapy session according to template set for approval by therapist

Be a resource person on the operation of rehab equipment in the centre

Maintain cleanliness and safety of therapy areas

Adhere to infection control procedures

Manage feedback from staff, clients, and NOK - To escalate to Head, Rehab accordingly.

Work with Head, Rehab to provide service recovery for client complaints

Manage adverse events in unit in line with existing SOPs

Identify gaps in clinical practice

Participate in value based care projects

Participate/ Contribute to professional continuing education

Participate in research projects

Provide statistics and reports as required

Undertake department administrative duties such as inventory, ordering stationary and routine supplies within budget

Assist in the planning and execution of department events such as rehab day, team bonding, etc

Requirements

WSQ Therapy Support or equivalent

Less than 2 years relevant experience