Career Choices
Welcome to Career Choices!
We understand that choosing a career can be a daunting task, and that's why we've created this resource to help guide you through the process. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to make a change, we're here to support you in making informed decisions about your future.
Our Career Choices platform provides you with information about different career paths, job prospects, required education and training, and much more.
We believe that everyone deserves a fulfilling and rewarding career, and we're committed to helping you achieve your career goals. We hope that this platform will be a valuable resource as you explore different career options and make important decisions about your future.
We look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Administration and Ancillary
Our Administration and Ancillary staff are here to enhance our patients’ experience and support them at every step of their healthcare journey.
They are key partners of our clinical groups in delivering patient care and enhancing patient experience. From driving organisational excellence and innovation to enabling smooth day-to-day operations and patient services, our diverse team of Administration and Ancillary professionals is a critical part of every patient journey. They ensure that care is delivered safely, efficiently and compassionately.
Administration
Our team of Administration professionals ensures that care is well coordinated, resources are effectively managed, and services continue to run seamlessly. They provide expertise in business operations, human resources, finance, communications, technology, innovation, planning and corporate services to enable excellent healthcare delivery.
This is more than a career in administration, every process streamlined, and initiative delivered helps our clinicians focus on what matters most: caring for patients and the community. At TTSH, you will find a collaborative, forward-looking workplace where you can grow and make a lasting impact.
Opportunities include:
- Hospital operations and service planning
- Business development
- Human resources, workforce planning and development
- Finance, procurement and governance
- Communications, marketing and community engagement
- Information technology, digitalisation and data analytics
- Strategy, transformation and project management
- Research, innovation and healthcare administration support
Why choose administration in healthcare?
- See the real-world impact of your work on patients, caregivers and the wider community
- Contribute to a mission-driven organisation where purpose and performance go hand in hand
- Be part of a multidisciplinary environment that brings together diverse expertise to solve complex challenges
- Help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, transformation and continuous improvement
Ancillary
Healthcare is a team effort, and some of the most meaningful contributions happen behind the scenes. At TTSH, our Ancillary roles are more than operational support. They are an integral part of every patient journey, making a difference through reliability, compassion and service excellence. Whether ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff, or keeping the hospital running smoothly day to day, their work is felt at every step of the care experience.
Opportunities include:
- Frontline service and backend support operations
- Patient service and support operations
- Portering and patient transport services
- Facilities and environmental services
- Logistics, supply chain and inventory support
- Sterile services and operational support functions
- Food services, including culinary and dietary support roles
- Frontline service roles that enhance the patient experience
- Essential support services that enable safe and effective care delivery
Why choose ancillary careers in healthcare?
- Play a meaningful role in supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey
- Be part of a respected profession that contributes directly to healthcare outcomes
- Work in a purpose-driven environment where every role is valued
- Join a caring, inclusive and community-focused organisation committed to improving lives
- Grow your skills and career in an organisation committed to developing its people and serving the community
Graduate Programmes
The Healthcare Management Associate Programme (MAP) is a 2-year programme aimed at grooming graduates with outstanding leadership qualities for a challenging and fulfilling career ahead in the National Healthcare Group.
Medical
Our Medical staff are here to enhance our patients’ experience and support them at every step of their healthcare journey.
Career Opportunities
Over at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, there are 3 Career Development Tracks available to establish structured career progression for our medical staff. This provides doctors with proper career progression tracks that will allow them to pursue career goals according to their different interests and competencies, and actualize their full potential.
The 3 Career Development Tracks available are as follows:
SPECIALIST TRACK
This track is for fully qualified, accredited specialists who are passionate about driving clinical excellence, leading specialized services, and shaping the future of advanced medicine. Medical professionals who have completed their formal specialist training, attained their specialist accreditation (such as Ministry of Health / Specialist Accreditation Board recognition or equivalent international fellowship), and are ready to practice at the Consultant level can look forward to taking charge of complex clinical cases, direct specialized clinical services, and provide high-level diagnostic, procedural, and therapeutic expertise.
Beyond clinical mastery, specialists may complement their clinical practice with opportunities to spearhead cutting-edge clinical research, nurture the next generation of healthcare professionals through teaching and mentorship, transform healthcare through innovation and shape institutional clinical policies.
- RESIDENT PHYSICIAN TRACK
This track is suited for experienced and dedicated clinicians who have chosen to remain in broad-based clinical practice. As core pillars of hospital-based care, Resident Physicians anchor comprehensive inpatient, acute-to-subacute medical care within a hospital setting. Beyond delivering core inpatient care, Resident Physicians are given opportunities to contribute in other areas of healthcare which includes driving innovation, patient safety standards, optimizing hospital workflows and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Resident Physicians will progress through structured, merit-based milestones to Senior Resident Physician and Principal Resident Physician.
- FAMILY PHYSICIAN TRACK
This track is suited for qualified and experienced Family Medicine Practitioners who are passionate about primary and community care, population health, and seamless care integration across the continuum. Family Physicians in the institution spearhead population health initiatives, oversee the implementation of comprehensive clinical care programmes, research, and partnerships to bridge the hospital and community. Contributions in other areas of healthcare include driving innovation and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Expanded responsibilities, experience and higher qualifications will transition Family Physicians to Senior Family Physicians, Consultant Family Physicians and Senior Consultant Family Physicians.
Nursing
Enrolled Nurses (EN) and Registered Nurses (RN) work hand in hand in the care delivery process.
Career Opportunities
Registered Nurse (RN): The RN will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients under their care. With their competencies and knowledge, they perform and follow up with prescribed treatments and procedures to meet the patients' physical and emotional needs. They collaborate and cooperate with other healthcare professionals for a smooth delivery of care and services.
Enrolled Nurse (EN): The EN will assist the RN in the care delivery process. They plan and coordinate basic nursing care independently, and assist the RN and other healthcare professionals in the procedure, treatment and examination of the patient. They also provide related caregiver training so that patients receive appropriate care after discharge.
Career Progression
Allied Health
Our Allied Health Professionals play a crucial role in patient care - guiding patients through recovery, building their independence, and improving their quality of life every day
At Tan Tock Seng Hospital, our AHP’s work sits at the heart of how we care for our patients. We invest in our people through continuous learning, diverse clinical exposure and a strong culture of mentorship, empowering them to grow their expertise, pursue their interests and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
Career Opportunities
TTSH offers a rich learning environment where our employees can develop strong clinical foundations, explore specialist interests and grow into roles in research, education or leadership.
- Clinical – pursue excellence in clinical skills and knowledge
- Research – participate and lead allied health research
- Education – includes both pre-professional and post-professional
- Management / Leadership – drives clinical care and service excellence
The Allied Health Professions comprise 28 diverse groups of healthcare professionals providing a wide range of health services, including the below.
- Care and Counselling
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Podiatry
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Psychology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Speech Therapy
Career Progression
From building clinical expertise to pursuing specialist and leadership opportunities, your growth journey starts here.
Hear From Our People
Discover what it's like to learn, grow and make a difference as part of the TTSH Allied Health community.
Pharmacy
Our Pharmacy staff are committed to delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients through preparing medications with precision, patient education for effective medication management, and process innovation
At Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) Pharmacy, we are committed to delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care focused on optimal patient outcomes. Our team plays a vital role in ensuring seamless care transitions by preparing medications with precision and providing thorough patient education for effective medication management.
TTSH Pharmacy offers extensive opportunities for career advancement and specialisation, enabling our pharmacy staff to expand their expertise whilst contributing to enhanced patient care standards.
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives? Join us and be part of the TTSH Pharmacy family!
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients' lives?
Join us and be part of the TTSH Pharmacy family! Learn more on the TTSH Application Process and TTSH Career Opportunities.
General Career Progression
Pharmacists
Provides safe, efficient and timely distribution (dispensing) of drugs, review and deliver drug therapy to achieve optimal pharmacotherapy outcome for patients.
Pharmacy Assistants / Technicians
Serve as the vital link between pharmacy services and patients through frontline interactions and backend operations. Handle patient enquiries, financial counselling, and medication verification whilst ensuring accurate prescription processing and inventory management to support seamless pharmaceutical care delivery.
Career Conversion
Enrolled Nurses (EN) and Registered Nurses (RN) work hand in hand in the care delivery process.
The Professional Conversion Programme (PCP) initiated by the Workforce Singapore (WSG) is designed to help Professionals, Managers, Executives and Technicians (PMETs) acquire new skills or to make a career switch and find a job in the growing sectors.
Interested applicants may apply online through Workforce Singapore's (WSG) for PCP in:
- Enrolled Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Diagnostic Radiographer
- Occupational Therapist
- Physiotherapist
- Social Worker
