Launch your career in community care with us and receive up to $7,000 sign-on bonus* upon your confirmation!
Whether you are looking to kickstart your career as an Occupational Therapist or looking to switch to a community care setting, we welcome you to join us!
Basic requirements:
- A Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Registered with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
To learn more about institutions that offer professional training in Occupational Therapy, please visit the links below:
- Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
- Overseas institutions recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
*Sign-on bonus is only applicable to fully registered therapists. Sign-on period is from 1 July 2024 to 31 Dec 2024. Terms and conditions apply.
How to become an Occupational Therapist?
If you are a student looking to pursue a career as an Occupational Therapist, embark on a scholarship with us! Alternatively, click here to view the list of recognised qualifications.
If you have just graduated, congratulations! Be sure to register yourself with AHPC here and apply with us today!
Or are you a mid-career switcher looking to explore your career in allied health? Click here to find out how to begin.
Healthcare Scholarships
For students who are looking for scholarship opportunities
- Apply for your preferred Occupational Therapist course. Check that the course is in the list of recognised degrees
- Apply with Brightsparks under the Community Care Scholarship (Undergraduate). Inform us that you have submitted your application to BrightSparks and would like to be sponsored by NTUC Health
Therapist Career Progression
We offer training opportunities to help you upskill and advance your career with us!
This is an indicative career progression and will differ from person to person depending on their qualifications, experience, growth potential, and starting salary.
Hear from our Occupational Therapists
In the nursing home, we usually work with seniors who are frail and often with chronic and multiple medical conditions. Through therapy, we get to see them regaining and maintaining their independence in daily activities, and returning to the community!
After I got promoted to Senior Occupational Therapist, this opened up leadership opportunities for me to oversee the allied health team across all of our nursing homes and the opportunity to set up rehabilitation gyms in the nursing homes.
Tricia Kong
Senior Occupational Therapist
I chose to work at NTUC Health because of the professional development opportunities available. With the support of my reporting officer and team, I completed my postgraduate education through the Community Care Manpower Development Awards (CCMDA) sponsorship.
There are many opportunities for therapists to grow professionally in areas like clinical expertise, education, and research, allowing them to enhance their work experience according to their interests and skills.
I particularly enjoy visiting the seniors at their homes. This helps hone my competence as an occupational therapist to maximise their functional performance within the environment where they feel most familiar and comfortable.
Priscilla Liew
Occupational Therapist
Why work at NTUC Health?
NTUC Health was set up to provide affordable and quality health and eldercare services and is one of the social enterprises under the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC). So you can rest assured that we provide a favourable, safe, and stable work environment for you to grow your career.
Our care philosophy is to “add life to years”, promoting and building communities of “ageless seniors” and helping them by enabling through choice, independence, social engagement, and the right-sized solutions. If these values resonate with you, this may just be the right place for you!
FAQ
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What qualifications are required to apply for the positions?
Candidates must have a recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC).
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What is the application process?
You can apply through our recruitment portal. If you have been shortlisted, we will schedule an interview and skill assessment. We will organise observation sessions with the allied health team to give you a clear understanding of the work environment.
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What clinical settings do you offer?
Our allied health team is deployed across various clinical settings including nursing homes, day rehab centres, and home therapy.
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Do you offer continuing education opportunities?
Yes, we are committed to supporting the learning of our employees and building a lifelong learning culture in the workplace. To help our therapists stay informed and relevant in their field, you can expect to go for training and courses to upskill and improve your professional development.
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What benefits do you offer?
We offer competitive salaries, health insurance, and other flexible benefits. Full-time employees are entitled to 18 days of annual leave and 14 days of medical leave.
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Do I get to choose which centre/home I want to work in?
While we strive to place therapists in their preferred locations, deployment is primarily guided by centre staffing needs and client demand. This may include travel between nearby centres within the same region.
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What support do you provide to new hires?
During the probation period, the team provides comprehensive onboarding, mentorship programmes, and ongoing support to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. Training and mentorship continue beyond the probation period, depending on the interest and specialisation of our therapists.
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How do I know if I am a good fit for your team?
If you are passionate about senior care, committed to professional growth, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, you may be an excellent fit for our team.
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How do I apply?
You can apply through our job opportunities page or below,
- For Occupational Therapist role, apply here: https://ntuchealth.recruiterpal.com/career/jobs/vd34w
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What are the types of clinical cases that therapists will see?
Therapists can expect to see a variety of clinical cases (i.e. neurological, geriatric, degenerative, pain, and musculoskeletal cases).
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What makes NTUC Health a great place to work?
We are committed to creating a supportive and positive work environment, offering growth opportunities, and valuing the contributions of every staff. We also encourage lateral movement to further staff development and exposure.
