Job Title:  Physiotherapy Assistant

Job Summary

• Assist in the process of screening and evaluation, and the development and implementation of intervention services under the supervision and guidance of qualified Physiotherapy.
• Supports the provision of all physiotherapy services disciplines in the Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC).

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care:

• Assist the Physiotherapists in their assessment of individuals and in the implementation of therapeutic programs.
• Assist the Physiotherapists in the provision of appliances and equipment, as prescribed by the Physiotherapists.
• Develop rapport with patients and their cares as appropriate.
• Use acquired skills and techniques with individuals and groups, as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Organize and prepare patients for therapeutic interventions/activities, as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Organize, provide and supervise therapeutic activities, under the direction of the Physiotherapist.
• Modify/adapt individual or group activities to facilitate individuals with reduced physical, sensory, cognitive, and developmental abilities, under the supervision of the Physiotherapist.
• Observe the general performance, behavior and ability of individuals during therapeutic interventions, and records and report these observations to the Physiotherapist as requested.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Communicate effectively with assigned Physiotherapist on patient matters to improve communication and assist in developing a treatment plan.
• Coordinate treatment schedules with Physiotherapist and patients.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary team members and other colleagues as appropriate.
• Assist the Physiotherapist in their role in fieldwork education for therapy students and/or other disciplines assigned to the service/department for training, as appropriate and instructed.
• Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice.

Professional Requirements

A minimum of at least one (1) year of clinical experience in a hospital or clinical setting is essential.

Educational Requirements

• A minimum of Diploma in Physiotherapy or Diploma in Health Science (Physiotherapy)

Specialised Skills/Knowledge/Attribute Requirement

• Familiar with specific physiotherapeutic treatment techniques on patients including but not limited to walking aid prescription and training, exercise prescription, kinesiotaping, manual therapy techniques and use of electrotherapy equipments.
• Required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the function of the job include type of disorders; principles and practices of the therapy; and equipment, materials and procedures.

Closing Date

12th June 2025