Total 775 Senior Executive therapist job vacancies in The United States of America

Personal and professional development is a high priority for the profession and is underpinned by our OT R&D strategy, R& D specialist groups and OT clinical networks. This enables us to invest in the development of our staff by providing excellent internal training as well as commissioning specialised external training and providing quality supervision. This ensures all our OTs reach their full potential at every stage of their career. Our commitment to research, audit and EBP is made possible by our strong links with local universities.

We actively support the next generation of OTs through apprenticeships, student placements and the promotion of the profession as a career in schools. We are proud of the diversity in our workforce but have invested time in supporting and developing this further through our BAME OT group.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Occupational Therapists join our Adult Inpatient Mental Health Rehabilitation Service as Band 6 OT’s in Bluebell Lodge, our specialist High Dependency Unit in the London borough of Westminster.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.





To provide the Rehabilitation Service with an occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.

Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.



To establish links with other OT’s in interfacing rehabilitation and community mental health teams.



To manage a caseload of service users with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs; using evidence based and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.



To integrate evidence based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions.

To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and physical conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service user’s social and physical environment.

To contribute to service development of Local & Trust wide OT services.



To provide leadership for junior / unqualified staff through supervision and appraisal as required.



To act as fieldwork educator to students on practice placement.

OT in CNWL is very fortunate in having a long-established professional structure and this includes an AHP director, Trust wide Professional Head of OT, borough and specialist Head OTs. This has the huge benefit of ensuring representation of our profession at all levels - both strategically and operationally.

Personal and professional development is a high priority for the profession and is underpinned by our OT R&D strategy, R& D specialist groups and OT clinical networks. This enables us to invest in the development of our staff by providing excellent internal training as well as commissioning specialised external training and providing quality supervision. This ensures all our OTs reach their full potential at every stage of their career. Our commitment to research, audit and EBP is made possible by our strong links with local universities.

We actively support the next generation of OTs through apprenticeships, student placements and the promotion of the profession as a career in schools. We are proud of the diversity in our workforce but have invested time in supporting and developing this further through our BAME OT group.

JOB SUMMARY:



The post holder will work as a Snr Occupational Therapist in Rehabilitation Inpatient /Community services as required

Key Tasks



To provide the Rehabilitation Service with an occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.



Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.



To establish links with other OT’s in interfacing rehabilitation and community mental health teams to enable effective continuation of Occupational Therapy input if required.



To manage a caseload of service users with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs; using evidence based and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.



To integrate evidence based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve the service users’ quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.



To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and physical conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service user’s social and physical environment. This will include undertaking assessments and making recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.



To contribute to service development of Local & Trust wide OT services.



To provide leadership for junior / unqualified staff through supervision and appraisal as required.



To act as fieldwork educator to students on practice placement.


This advert closes on Wednesday 8 May 2024

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An exciting opportunity has arisen in a progressive Adult Autism Diagnostic Service in Rotherham to join the team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave. The role will offer opportunities for professional development within a highly specialist service in an evolving area of clinical practice. The post offers an excellent opportunity for an occupational therapist with in-depth knowledge and skills to provide evidence based occupational therapy assessment and intervention for adults newly diagnosed as autistic.

Based at Centenary Clinic, Rotherham, you will be joining a passionate, dedicated, and supportive Multi-Disciplinary Team with a focus on compassionate person-centred, quality care and support. You will have an opportunity to contribute to service improvement and developments within community services. The role may particularly appeal to those with an interest in sensory processing and integration. The post holder will be overseen by the Band 7 Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team.

We have strong links with local universities and provide ongoing practice placements for occupational therapy students.

You will provide support and advice to the multidisciplinary team and assess the occupational, vocational, and sensory needs of service users facilitating service user self-awareness, self-management skills and advocating for any adjustments to enable occupational participation.
• You should have demonstrable post registration experience of working at a senior level in mental health services.
• You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and working in partnership with a range of external agencies.

The Allied Health Professionals and occupational therapy network within the organisation is well established and supportive, providing opportunities for collaboration and support related to development of occupational therapy practice and services.

The Trust has a well developed appraisal and supervision structure in place and actively encourages continuing professional development.

The role has the opportunity for flexible working with the holder able to work remotely for some of the week and some flexibility with working hours. This may make the role even more appealing and accessible for applicants.

We welcome all forms of diversity and are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments requests.

You should be a team player, confident and effective communicator with service users, carers, and staff of all professional groups as well as with external partner agencies.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

http://workwith.rdash.nhs.uk/



Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role


This advert closes on Sunday 5 May 2024

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Are you a motivated, forward thinking Occupational Therapist?

Do you have a keen interest in Stroke and Neurological assessment and rehabilitation?

Would you enjoy furthering your experience & expertise in an acute setting?

Do you want to receive the training and support to achieve this?If so, this could be the post for you!

We are looking for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Stroke and Neurotherapy rotation at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

The post will be rotational through our Stroke Unit including a Hyper-acute service, Stroke Rehabilitation, Neurological Inpatients, Acquired Brain Injury unit and the Early Supported Discharge Team for Stroke and Neurology. We have recently added community neuro rehabilitation to the rotation hosted by Dorset HealthCare.

The successful applicant will be required to provide neurological skilled Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to clients with complex neurological problems, including assessment, acute rehabilitation, discharge planning and appropriate onward referral. We are looking for an innovative Occupational Therapist who is keen to develop their skills at a senior level, who can demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to implement evidence-based practice.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth, Poole Hospital, Alderney Hospital Please note you will be required to work across site.

Interview Date: TBC

The team is an integrated Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy team. Work within this post provides an ideal opportunity to develop skills in stroke and neuro assessment and early rehabilitation, supervision of junior staff/students and positive influence on patient care and service development.

The post holder will be supported by experienced Band 7 therapists across the pathway.

The skills/experience required for this post are as follows:
• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Post-graduate experience of working with adults with neurological impairments
• Involvement in supervision and/or appraisal of junior staff
• Car owner/driver

Please see the person specification for the full requirements for the post.

Participation in a 1 in 6 weekend working roster and 1 x week late shifts are integral to this role.

We are keen to discuss your individual requirements and development needs so do get in touch with us to see what we can offer you!

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert


This advert closes on Sunday 26 May 2024

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The Inpatient Learning Disability Services are part of the Forensic & Specialist Directorate and specialises in the assessment and intervention of people who have a learning disability/mental illness, and/or who are autistic and have committed offences requiring inpatient care.

The service provides 33 inpatient beds across 2 units on the same site.

The successful applicant will work as part of the Occupational Therapy and Multidisciplinary team.

This post would suit an experienced clinician looking for a new challenge. You would work closely with the senior practitioner to continually develop the programme of interventions, using evidence-based practice. You would also hold a clinical caseload of complex clients, as well as promoting the profession through clinical governance.

The post holder would need experience of at least 2 years as an Occupational Therapist, ideally with experience with learning disabilities, autism, mental health or in a forensic setting, and would need to be enthusiastic, motivated and prepared to work under supervision as well as work autonomously.
• To ensure assessment of service users and analyse and interpret information gained to form an accurate formulation of function, strengths, capabilities and occupational needs.
• To work collaboratively with service users, staff, and carers to identify goals to determine and deliver an appropriate intervention/recovery plan which maximises occupational engagement and performance whilst balancing risk, and promoting choice and independence.
• To monitor, evaluate and modify therapeutic interventions in order to measure progress and increase efficacy for the best possible service user outcomes and experience.
• To act as an experienced clinician supporting best practice in line with NICE guidance and professional standards
• To demonstrate clinical leadership skills through the management of dedicated projects and approved quality improvement initiatives
• To provide supervision to junior staff and students.

Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life.

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people across the county.

The Trust (rated Good overall by the CQC and Outstanding for care) has 3,283 staff working in 66 buildings across 33 locations, covering an area of 1,450 square miles.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.

The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service.

Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 1 May 2024

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About THKMC

Since October 2011, Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities (THKMC) was incorporated as a charity with an IPC status to provide multiple social and welfare services to the community at large.

THKMC provides assistance to the various groups in our community through more than 60 programmes and services for the elderly and the sick, families, persons with disabilities, and children. We help anyone in need with full respect to their race, colour, creed, language, culture and religion. We have more than 90 programmes and services, reaching out to more than 55,000 people in the community.

Together, as ONETHK – Empowering the Community.

THK Therapy Service Division

THK Therapy Service Division (TS) provides occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech language therapy services to THKMC programmes and other community organisations. TS adopts a holistic client and family-centred care approach by working with transdisciplinary or multidisciplinary professional teams, families, and other community partners. Through individual and group therapy sessions, TS addresses the various needs of clients ranging from paediatric to geriatric.

The Senior Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist is directly involved in the provision of therapy services related to developing and maintaining one’s capacity throughout life, to perform tasks and roles essential to productive living including self-care, daily living, leisure and work for children and/or adults. The Senior Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapistis is responsible for the assessment, intervention provision, and management of caseload given. We are currently looking for Occupational Therapist in both pediatric and adult settings to serve our clients at places such as:

• Early Intervention Program for Infants and Children
• Development Support Learning Support Program
• SPED School
• Day Rehabilitation Centre
• Disability Services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Singapore, or have passed the Qualifying Examinations recognized by AHPC.

Other Information

• Possess good communication skills, interpersonal skills, positive attitude, team player, hard-working and proactive.
• Strong desire to maintain high professional standards for quality service and professionalism.
• Full Registration Therapist looking for part time working arrangement are also welcome to apply.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities

Job Purpose:

You shall be responsible for assessing and identifying individual needs of students &/or trainees with occupational therapy issues and concerns. You will also formulate, develop and customise appropriate occupational therapy programs for the students &/or trainees.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluation & Assessment

• Assess the underlying skills and issues related to hand function, oral motor function, visual motor and perceptual skills, sensory awareness/processing, self-care and pre-vocational tasks in the educational setting.
• Review suitability of referrals for occupational therapy intervention.
• Gather informative data through formal and informal assessment. These would include parents/guardian, teacher’s interview; classroom observation and review of student’s personal file etc.
• Provide re-assessment, review of goals and progress regularly (every semester).
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices as required by the students &/or trainees to improve function.
• Monitor and evaluate students’/trainees’ functional abilities and make recommendations to support students’/trainees’ suitability for open employment.

Program Planning / Intervention

• Provide individual and/or group occupational therapy session that will improve students’/ trainees’ functional performance and skills.
• Select and prepare functional activities that can be easily modified to match students’/ trainnes’ skill and interest thus ensure success.
• Recommend classroom and work site modifications.
• Conduct home visit as and when necessary.
• Provide parent /caregiver support such as home program to ensure and encourage continuity of the occupational therapy intervention at home.
• Assist on various aspects of training for students/trainees on job-trial and work preparation program

Administration

• Keep proper inventory of all equipment and fixtures with regular updating.
• Propose and justify budget for the appropriate OT program
• Participate actively in continuing education program within the organization, NCSS and other professional bodies.
• Conduct in-house training programs for relevant staff / parents / caregivers / volunteers in the organization.
• Submit monthly report and other related written reports to school principal/ centre director.

Professional Consultation

• Liaise with various professional disciplines in the rehabilitative treatment process.
• Liaise with various discipline involved in the rehabilitative treatment process. (e.g teachers, parents, principal/ centre director, school administrator and professional staff)

Job Requirements:

• Recognized diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy with 3 to 5 years clinical experience
• Good team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant work experience with children and young adults with intellectual disability would be an advantage
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Valid practising certificate with Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC)

Additional Notes to Applicants:

APSN operates 4 Special Education (SPED) Schools and 1 Sheltered Workshop (Centre for Adults) with locations as below:

• APSN Chaoyang – Ang Mo Kio
• APSN Katong School – New Upper Changi Road
• APSN Tanglin School – Alexandra Road
• APSN Delta Senior School – Choa Chu Kang; and
• APSN Centre for Adults – Jalan Ubi

Do indicate your interest in School-Based or Centre-Based work and your preferred work locations when you apply.

Job Title: Occupational Therapist  (New Grads to Senior OTs) - Multiple Roles

Location: Community-based role in Melbourne

Compensation: $80k – $110k FTE per year + Super + PD + Bonus

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Contract

 

Job Description:

We are seeking multiple highly motivated and skilled Occupational Therapists to join our team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for helping clients regain their ability to perform daily living tasks and work-related activities. You will work with clients of all ages, from children to seniors, and with various diagnoses and conditions. You will use evidence-based interventions to help clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.

 

What we offer:


Clinical mentoring from our Head OT, who has 15+ years of experience as an OT.
Allowances for Professional Courses & Continuing Education.
Structured professional developmental pathways.
Performance bonus via our profit-sharing scheme.
Additional birthday leave
Opportunity to join an early-stage healthcare company.


Responsibilities:


Conduct initial evaluations and assessments to determine the patient's needs and goals.
Develop individualised treatment plans that address the patient's needs and goals.
Implement treatment plans using evidence-based interventions.
Monitor and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Educate clients and their families on the therapy process and techniques.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
Provide ongoing support and encouragement to clients throughout their therapy.


Mandatory Requirements:


Bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy.
Current Full AHPRA Registration (We will consider applicants with Limited AHPRA Registration in some cases)
Current Australian Driving License
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


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Job Title: Occupational Therapist  (New Grads to Senior OTs) - Multiple Roles - Community-Based

Location: West Melbourne

Compe nsation: $80k – $110k FTE per year + Super + PD + Bonus

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Contract

 

Job Description:

We are seeking multiple highly motivated and skilled Occupational Therapists to join our team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for helping clients regain their ability to perform daily living tasks and work-related activities. You will work with clients of all ages, from children to seniors, and with various diagnoses and conditions. You will use evidence-based interventions to help clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.

 

What we offer:



Clinical mentoring from our Head OT, who has 15+ years of experience as an OT.


Allowances for Professional Courses & Continuing Education


Structured professional developmental pathways


Performance bonus via our profit-sharing scheme


Additional birthday leave


Opportunity to join an early-stage healthcare company



Responsibilities:



Conduct   initial evaluations and assessments to determine the patient's needs and goals


Develop individualised treatment plans that address the patient's needs and goals


Implement treatment plans using evidence-based interventions


Monitor and adjust treatment plans as necessary


Educate clients and their families on the therapy process and techniques


Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress


Collaborate   with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care


Provide ongoing support and encouragement to clients throughout their therapy Apply Now

Job Purpose:

You shall be responsible for the speech language programme for students &/or trainees with oral communication challenges including evaluation of all students &/or trainees with suspected or identified communication disorders and the development, management and coordination of a speech and language programme, including difficulty in swallowing.

Key Responsibilities:

Consultation

• Provide professional inputs to support understanding of clients’ speech, language and communication difficulties to teachers, parents/caregivers, professional staff, administrators and the public.
• Participate in collaborative problem-solving to assist teachers, parents / caregivers, professional staff and administrators with practical ideas and recommendations in the setting of goals, selection and design of intervention programs, etc.

Assessment

• Provide screening, identification, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services for students/trainees with speech and language disorders.
• Measure outcomes of treatment and conduct continuous evaluation
• Identify effective practices and programs to improve and enhance quality of
• services.
• Able to apply formal and informal modes of assessment.
• Maintain efficient client records and documentation. i.e. Assessment reports filing in students’ confidential file.

Treatment Strategies

• Implement intervention program based on assessment, interpretation and planning.

Discharge Planning

• The Speech and Language Therapists should write a discharge based on the following:
• Documented evidence showing that the student has achieved all the objectives or the students can no longer benefit from the therapy.
• The student to be discharge from therapy services if he/she leaves the school.
• Recommend other services, if applicable to the student and other family members.
• Refer and write a discharge summary, if necessary, when the student is going to another service or an APSN School.

Training and Support

• Train and support teachers, caregivers and other communication partners of individuals with speech, language, communication difficulties.
• Mentor and supervise of support personnel.

Job Requirements:

• Recognized degree in Speech Pathology from accredited college/ university
• Good team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant work experience ranging from children to young adults with intellectual disability would be an advantage
• Ability to work with independently and with minimum supervision
• Valid practising certificate with Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC)
• Entry level candidates who recently completed the studies in Speech Pathology are welcome to apply. We will provide AHPC supervision requirements and support.

Additional Notes to Applicants:

APSN operates 4 Special Education (SPED) Schools and 1 Sheltered Workshop (Centre for Adults) with locations as below:

• APSN Chaoyang – Ang Mo Kio
• APSN Katong School – New Upper Changi Road
• APSN Tanglin School – Alexandra Road
• APSN Delta Senior School – Choa Chu Kang; and
• APSN Centre for Adults – Jalan Ubi

Do indicate your interest in School-Based or Centre-Based work and your preferred work locations when you apply.

Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy for children presented with behavioural and emotional difficulties due to attachment injury, developmental trauma, losses, adjustment.
• Work with caregivers to equip them with knowledge and skills to support children coping with emotional stress or trauma, and to encourage and support them to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children.
• Develop and maintain play therapy rooms and materials.
• Document therapy sessions, progress, reviews and provide regular updates.
• Participate in case conferences, family meetings to support caseworkers and the children/parents.
• Participate in individual and group supervisions and attend team/department meetings.

Requirements:

• A recognised Post Graduate qualification in Play Therapy, in addition to a Degree in Social Work, Counselling, Teaching, Early Childhood Care and Education, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Registered or eligible for registration with Association of Play Therapy (Singapore) or a recognised professional body.
• Have at least 2 years of play therapy experience working with vulnerable children and families.
• Knowledge of children’s developmental needs and developmental trauma is an advantage.
• Preferably has experience working in the social service sector.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Able to work one evening a week or weekends occasionally.
• Able to travel to both work locations to conduct play therapy.
• A team player, adaptive, independent and resourceful.

Location: Lengkok Bahru/ Choa Chu Kang

Interested applicants are to submit their resume to recruit@fycs.org. Please visit www.fycs.org for more details.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team in the Department of Child Development, providing services to children who have developmental needs. You will provide assessment for diagnosis and educational referrals, intervention, and caregiver education.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and identify the individual needs of patients. To be able to develop and implement appropriate and individualized and group therapy programs.
• Administer, scores & interpret specialized speech and language assessments.
• Experience in assessment and working with preschool children or children with developmental disabilities (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities) preferred.
• To be able to engage parents in caregiver training and education in individual and group settings.
• Have excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Job Requirements:

• Registered member of the Speech-Language and Hearing Association Singapore (SHAS).
• Bachelor or Master Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited college or university recognized by the Ministry of Health under the Allied Health Professions Act.
• Preferably with 2 years relevant experience.

Posted: 22/03/2024 Closing Date: 21/04/2024 Salary: $85,000.00 - $109,000.00 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Geelong Job Category: Allied Health NeuroRehab Allied Health Network exists to empower people with a neurological condition to live life full of choice, inclusion and new possibilities.?  Our core values are -?We’re on your team, We Innovate, We are Enthusiastic and We Expand Horizons!?  We are a respected, multi-disciplinary rehabilitation service catering to the unique needs of people with neurological conditions. With a team of over 230 people, we provide the most comprehensive allied health services in our sector with innovative rehabilitation centres across Melbourne, Geelong, Hobart and Albury along with an extensive home visiting and community-based service.   Job Description Senior Occupational Therapist at NeuroRehab Are you an OT who's passionate about working with adult caseloads with neurological conditions and impairments, whilst celebrating your clients’ achievements and milestones? Are you looking for a truly flexible work environment with work-from-home, telehealth…

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At JurongHealth Campus,we believe that our patients are the focus of our work and we render the bestcare and service to them. We are changing the face of public healthcare andcarving out new paths to improve our processes and services. We value ourteam’s contributions and ensure that our staff are competitively rewarded andsupported.
Join us, where we place the value of every staff member and the care of everypatient at the centre of all we do.

Job Description:

You will provide SpeechTherapy Services primarily in an acute healthcare setting. You will be expectedto participate in various community services by the rehabilitation departmentand contribute to quality and clinical improvement initiatives of the hospital.You will diagnose and manage speech, language, voice and swallowingdifficulties in adult and paediatric populations.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Speech Therapy, with experience in both inpatient and outpatient services
• Conditional or Full Registered with AHPC
• Competent in dysphasia assessment and management
• Keen interest and dedication in the rehabilitation of patients
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently

About us:
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH) and Jurong Community Hospital (JCH),collectively known as JurongHealth Campus, are members of the NationalUniversity Health System (NUHS).
We centre our culture and mission around our patients and design our processesto bring satisfaction to our patients and their caregivers. Our staff enjoy anopen, collaborative and fun working atmosphere that enables each individual toperform and maximise potential. We take pride in treating our staff as one bigJurongHealth Campus family, where everyone works together in a passionate andsupportive environment.
If you believe in our purpose of delivering “Incredible Care & Health,Together”, reach out to us today.

The incumbent shall be responsible to :

• Provide respiratory care services to patients with cardio-respiratory diseases and disorders by assessing patient's respiratory status, recommending, implementing and evaluating appropriate therapy
• Plans, evaluates and implements diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to aid and assist the physician in the diagnosis and management of patients
• Responsible for the inventory, care and maintenance of respiratory related equipment and assists with the general functions involving the Respiratory Therapy Department

Job Requirements :

• Degree from a recognised school of Respiratory Therapy, preferably with Registration for Respiratory Therapists (Certification Exam)
• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is preferred
• At least 2 years of adult multi-disciplinary critical care experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare workers and demonstrate a willingness to take on challenges, innovative and well-motivated to apply and share knowledge and skills
• Ability to work independently and be part of a team that is committed to providing quality, cost-effective and specialised care to our patients

The incumbent isresponsible to:

• Assess effectively, set appropriate goals, implement appropriate treatment plans, execute safe therapy, re-assess timely and modify treatment when necessary for patients referred for occupational therapy
• Practice within areas of professional competence and seek clinical support from supervisor and other healthcare professionals when appropriate
• Communicate and work effectively as a team with referring doctor and other members of the medical team regarding patient care
• Ensure all patients' records are updated accurately and promptly at all times
• Undertake continuing professional development of skills and knowledge proactively and regularly through self-study, continuing education presentations, case discussions and research
• Assist with clinical education of students and job training of therapy assistants
• Supervise therapy assistant or other support staff to carry out treatment

Job Requirements :

• Recognised Diploma in Occupational Therapy with 2 years of experience or Entry Level candidates with Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Conditional or Full Registration granted by Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC)