Rehabilitation Technician - Singapore - Sunlove Abode For Intellectually-infirmed Ltd
Description
The Therapy Aide supports the Occupational Therapist (OT / Physiotherapist (PT) in administering therapy services to our clients, as well as assisting in documentation such as reporting, filing and preparation of reports.
Assist therapist in implementing individual group treatments to clients in the centre or carry out planned therapy sessions as defined by the OT/PT
Assist OT/PT in procedures that include ambulation, gait training, active and passive exercise and muscular re-education with the use of mobility aids and equipment
Receive and prepare clients for rehabilitative therapy
Assist OT/PT in setting up apparatus for clients' usage
Supervise and oversee clients who are practising their exercises while OT/PT is engaged in treating other patients. Monitor clients during heat and any other electrotherapy treatment.
Make splints and pressure garments under OT/PT supervision.
Take blood pressure and temperature of clients before exercises
Monitor clients mobility and alert nursing staff or OT/PT on abnormality for immediate follow-up
Ensure the safety of clients during therapy sessions
Maintain updated documentation of all treatment record / case notes of clients
Assist in keeping therapy areas tidy and ready for treatment clean therapy equipment change pillow cases / towels and maintain general cleanliness and hygiene of the centre
Maintain stock / inventory of therapy items, equipment and domestic items required by the centre. Help with the ordering of departmental stocks from various stores
Evaluate and document clients' therapy needs, progress and review every three monthly.
Assist in serving meals and drinks, and feeding patients.
Escort patients to and fro between their homes and the Senior Care Centre.