Senior / Speech Therapist, Eastern General Hospital Planning Office

The upcoming Eastern General Hospital (EGH) seeks to provide excellent healthcare and promote healing that is centred around each person. When operational, EGH will provide a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient clinical specialties and healthcare services covering emergency, acute and secondary care.

EGH's vision is to be a great hospital for the community and a great workplace for staff, and it seeks to do so by harnessing innovative technologies in patient care, journeying closely with patients and the community to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, and being an employer of choice that empowers staff in their careers.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments of speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in adult and elderly patients

Develop and implement individualised treatment plans for patients with acute medical conditions

Provide direct therapy services in acute care wards, intensive care units, and emergency departments

Manage complex dysphagia cases and conduct bedside swallowing assessments

Collaborate with medical teams, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals in acute care planning

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress reports for rapid patient turnover

Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and discharge planning

For senior positions: supervise junior staff and students, mentor junior colleagues. Candidates without experience are welcome to apply.

Requirements For Candidates Without Experience:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent

Eligible for registration with Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Singapore

Strong academic performance with clinical placement experience in adult/acute care settings preferred

Enthusiasm for working with adult and elderly populations

Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced acute care environments

For Experienced Candidates:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent

Registration with Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Singapore or eligibility for registration

Minimum 2-4 years of clinical experience in acute hospital or adult healthcare settings

Proven experience with adult dysphagia management and bedside swallowing assessments

Experience working with elderly patients and age-related communication disorders

Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities

For All Candidates:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with adult and elderly patients

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute healthcare environment

Understanding of medical conditions affecting adult and elderly populations

Commitment to evidence-based practice in acute care settings