Editorial summary

The company is seeking a Locum Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapist for a nursing home and senior care centre in the East of Singapore. The role involves conducting functional assessments, developing individualized therapy plans, and supporting residents' rehabilitation needs. Candidates must be Singaporean or PR, with availability from August to September 2026, and can work full-time or part-time (1-5 days per week). The position offers a salary of SGD 9,000.

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Job description

[This job id 21315 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 24 Jul 2026]

We are recruiting a Locum Occupational Therapist/ Senior Occupational Therapist for a Nursing Home and Senior Care Centre located in the East.

Availability:

• Full-time/ Part-time (1-5 days per week)
• 3 August 2026 - 14 September 2026

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive functional assessments, including activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, upper limb function, cognition, and psychosocial status where applicable.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized, goal-oriented therapy plans tailored to residents’ functional needs and rehabilitation potential.
• Provide evidence-based interventions, including but not limited to: ADL retraining and functional task practice, upper limb rehabilitation and positioning, cognitive rehabilitation and stimulation, sensory and perceptual training where indicated, prescription and training in the use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment, environmental modification to support safety and independence.
• Facilitate individual and group-based therapeutic activities to promote engagement, social participation, and overall well-being of residents.
• Support falls prevention and risk reduction through functional assessment, environmental recommendations, and staff guidance.
• Provide recommendations on seating, positioning, pressure care, and safe handling techniques in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Liaise and collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy, medical, social work) to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
• Provide guidance, education, and basic training to care staff and caregivers to support carryover of therapy goals during daily care routines.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation in designated electronic systems (e.g. ECCareSuite, Salesforce), in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor residents’ progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust intervention plans accordingly to ensure continuity and effectiveness of care.
• Respond to therapy-related queries and provide clinical input between scheduled visits where required.
• Participate in case discussions, care planning, and quality improvement initiatives where applicable.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Full AHPC Registration
• Minimum 3-4 years clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, community care, or nursing home setting
• Passionate about Occupational Therapy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in local languages will be an advantage
• Self-motivated to engage in continuous learning and education in the field of Occupational Therapy

SG Rehab Recruitment Division

• Email: hr@sgrehab.com
• Web: www.sgrehab.com
• WhatsApp: +65 88120295
• Company Registration No.: 201435598H | EA Licence No.: 17C8839

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