Therapy Assistant

Responsibilities:

1. Clinical

• Conduct and record blood pressure measurement for residents scheduled for therapy sessions.

• Perform appropriate therapy including passive range of motion exercises, heat/cold/wax therapy, gait training, stair climbing, transfers, bed mobility training, stretching and strengthening exercises as planned by Physiotherapist.

• Conduct indoor group activities for residents in nursing home facility and outdoor recreational activities as scheduled.

• Assist in the transfer or transportation of residents in nursing home to rehab centre for therapy sessions as and when required.

• Work closely with physiotherapist, rehab support staff and allied health professionals for seamless care coordination and provide prompt or regular updates to guarantors on residents progress.

• Monitor residents during therapy sessions to ensure their safety and well-being.

• Adhere to Infection control practices in the nursing home facility and during therapy.

• Practice diligent documentation in residents case notes and filing of relevant documents.

• Participate in activities related to the smooth running of the department.

2. Administrative and Management Practice

• Prepare daily schedule of residents to be seen by physiotherapist or occupational therapist.

• Perform cleaning of equipment regularly or when required.

• Update Equipment Maintenance Records once a month and to send equipment for servicing or repair as and when required.

• Ensure adequate clinical supplies or consumables for use (hand wash/rub, disposable gloves, tissue paper or hand towels etc).

• Undertake responsibility and duties as assigned.

3. Quality Assurance

• Participate in quality procedures and guidelines and policy reviews when required.

• Ensure compliance to the Company's quality procedures, guidelines and policy. Monitor and report non-compliance and implement necessary changes resulting from quality assurance findings in consultation with Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy

• Minimum 1 year of relevant working experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skill