Medical Therapist jobs

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist.

ENQUIRIES

Ms S Ngemntu, tel. no. (021) 938-5062

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Occupational Therapist.

NOTE

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration as Occupational Therapist with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS)

Experience in Neurology, Neurosurgery and Adult Psychiatry Occupational therapy. Intermediate and advance seating experience. Splinting experience. Experience in student training/supervision. Sound knowledge of relevant national, provincial legislation and various physical conditions. Good interpersonal, organizational, and planning abilities. Able to work well within a team. Good communication skills (written and verbal).

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

The successful candidate will be required to deliver an effective and efficient occupational therapy service in the above-mentioned clinical areas that may include (but is not limited to) the following: Conducting comprehensive assessments and occupation-based treatment. Performing basic, intermediate and advanced seating assessments for wheelchair users. Fabrication and prescription of various upper and lower limb splints. Measurement and fabrication of pressure garments. Executing appropriate discharge plans in accordance with departmental procedures. Independent case management through attendance of ward- rounds and multi-disciplinary meetings (where applicable). Contribute to management of physical resources in Occupational Therapy Department. Provision of OT student training.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.