Occupational Therapist
DESCRIPTION
To provide effective and efficient occupational therapy sessions and develop innovative solutions to meet the client needs, in line with best practice. He / She will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the coordination, development and delivery of a quality, client-centered therapy service.
The occupational therapist will also be required to support other departments in providing clinical support where necessary, to ensure a seamless journey for our clients and their caregivers.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Duties
- Conduct accurate and holistic occupational therapy specific assessment for clients during admission, periodic care plan reviews and discharge
- Select appropriate and specific outcome measures to enable evaluation of therapy progress and outcomes in a timely manner to guide clinical decision making
- Formulate person centered and SMART goals in collaboration with clients and relevant stakeholders
- Design plans and conduct occupational therapy interventions for clients in a person centered manner, that is also evidence based
- Document assessment results, therapy plans, interventions, goals and outcomes measures according to guidelines
- Communicate assessment results, intervention plans, goals, outcomes and discharge plans to clients and relevant stakeholders
- Ensure proper use of equipment including technological-assisted rehabilitation equipment, train clients in the use of assistive device
- Recommend appropriate assistive device and equipment as needed
- Formulate discharge and continuity of care plans based on clients’ performance in consultation with relevant stakeholders
- Facilitate community integration through collaboration with other community partners as required
- Empower clients and caregivers with methods to enhance health, mobility and functions through self-management strategies
Administrative and Program Related Duties
- Participate in case discussion with the care team using a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach
- Ensure documentation, records and statistics related to clients’ care are accurate and timely to reflect care and outcomes
- Assist Clinical Lead in the execution, development, and review of clinical program and services
- Support in the training and supervision of Therapy Assistants
- Participate in continuous professional development
- Participate in research and/or quality improvement initiatives
- Compliance to audit requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualification
- Minimum Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- Full registration with Allied Health Professions Council.
- A valid certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support with AED.
- Must have an interest to work with elderly and persons with disabilities.
- Patience and gentle disposition with empathy and strong listening skills.
- Able to converse in English and at least one other local language is preferred.