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Technicians and Associate Professionals
Sub-Major Group
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Health Associate Professionals
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MASCO Code
3231-01
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Traditional and Complementary Medicine Associate Professional
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Traditional and Complementary Medicine Associate Professional provides healthcare services using culturally rooted and holistic practices to prevent and treat a physical or mental condition. They assess a client’s needs and deliver treatment through methods such as herbal medicine, massage, acupuncture, cupping, energy therapies, and lifestyle guidance, drawing on systems like Malay, Chinese, and Indian traditional medicine. They may also prepare and dispense a remedy, maintain treatment records, and work independently or in a clinic, contributing to the preservation of traditional healing knowledge while complementing modern healthcare.
Tasks
Assess patients using traditional diagnostic methods, including observation, pulse and tongue examination, palpation, and patient history.
Develop and administer treatment plans using herbal remedies, natural formulations, and therapeutic techniques.
Provide guidance on diet, lifestyle, and preventive health practices based on traditional medicine principles.
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatments as required, and maintain accurate records of consultations and therapies.
Perform manual therapies for musculoskeletal conditions, including joint manipulation and application of supportive treatments such as herbal compresses or oils.
Conduct wellness or spiritual practices and provide appropriate emotional or spiritual support where relevant.
Prepare, dispense, and manage herbal or natural remedies, ensuring proper storage, hygiene, and compliance with health regulations.
Educate patients and the community on the safe and effective use of traditional therapies and health maintenance.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and refer patients to medical facilities when necessary.
Skills
Basic
Attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills for preparing remedies, maintaining records, and managing appointments.
Critical thinking and decision-making to assess patient needs and apply appropriate treatments safely.
Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity to provide compassionate care and respect traditional practices.
Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues.
Manual dexterity and physical stamina for hands-on therapies and treatment procedures.
Specific
Ability to conduct traditional diagnostic assessments, including pulse and tongue examination, and holistic patient evaluation.
Ability to plan and administer individualised treatment protocols based on traditional medicine principles.
Competency in documenting, monitoring, and adjusting treatments based on patient progress.
Competency in manual therapies such as massage, cupping (bekam), reflexology, and bone-setting techniques.
Competency in providing patient guidance on traditional therapies and health maintenance.
Knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathology, and musculoskeletal systems relevant to traditional treatments.
Knowledge in hygiene, sterilisation, safety standards, and legal and regulatory requirements for practice.
Knowledge in traditional and complementary medicine systems.
Proficiency in acupuncture, moxibustion, gua sha, tuina, and related therapeutic procedures.
Proficiency in preparing, formulating, and dispensing herbal remedies and therapeutic oils.
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QUALIFICATION
Diploma or equivalent
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