The TCM Physician promotes holistic well-being and active ageing by integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with community-based preventive health practices. The role focuses on early intervention, education, and personalised care for seniors.
Key Responsibilities – Aligned to a Preventive Health Framework
1. Health Promotion & Education
- Design and conduct health and wellness workshops for seniors, covering lifestyle management, chronic disease prevention, and TCM principles.
- Recommend and adopt food therapy as part of nutrition education and wellness programmes.
2. Early Detection & Pain Management
- Provide pain management treatments, including acupuncture and other TCM modalities, to address musculoskeletal and chronic conditions.
- Assess clients and refer them to Tzu Chi Foundation clinics or appropriate services when further medical evaluation is required.
3. Integrated & Personalised Care
- Collaborate with medical doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to discuss case management and ensure coordinated care.
- Work with the Tzu Chi Integrated Health Team to develop and implement personalised care plans tailored to each senior’s needs.
4. Community Access & Service Delivery
- Travel between the two Tzu Chi Active Ageing Centers (SEEN Bukit Batok & SEEN Nanyang - currently located in Bukit Batok and Jurong West) to provide clinical services, workshops, and community outreach.
Job Requirements:
- Recognised Degree or Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine and valid registration with the TCM Practitioners Board, Singapore.
- Demonstrated expertise in acupuncture and pain management.
- Knowledge of TCM food therapy and preventive health approaches.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage seniors and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to travel between sites and manage schedules independently.
- Commitment to community care and promoting active ageing.
Work Schedule
Primarily weekday office hours (0830-1730), with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend workshops.