Therapy Aide

RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Duties

• To provide effective Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy treatment for clients in the different care settings under the guidance of the therapists and/or therapy associates
• Prepare and set up therapy materials and equipment for patient's/ client’s use.
• Performing prescribed treatments as instructed by the therapists with supervision
• Supervise prescribed exercises or therapy activities.
• Communicate information of therapy sessions to the therapists.
• Document patient’s/ client’s progress and records accurately.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic interventions as instructed by therapists
• Conduct basic or routine group therapy
• Maintain good communication with all members within the multidisciplinary team

Education & Training

• Participate and take on ownership of his/her individual training plan
• Participate in departmental in-service training and other external relevant training
• Participate in research and quality improvement projects

Administration & Operation

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of therapy areas
• Adhere to infection control procedures
• Maintain inventories and equipment for the department
• Provides input and support in work group meeting to enhance quality care to the residents
• Able to identify problems and make recommendations within the department and center

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the therapists and/or Head, Allied Health

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant certification or qualification in therapy support
• Experience working in intermediate and long-term care sectors or relevant experience working with the elderly or people with disabilities
• Possess basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
• A team player
• Able to multi-task and work independently
• Positive and client-centered with great interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities