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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
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.
 
Occupational Therapy Technician: Grade 1 to 2
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GRD17/2022
  Harry Comay Hospital, George Sub-district
 
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 to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application / on appointment”.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Able to work independently.
 
Requirement:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapy Technician.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Assists with the overall Occupational Therapy Service under the Supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Assisting and presenting of hand activities (arts and crafts, needlework ect.) Willingness to rotate between PHC clinics within the Sub-District. Contributes to Occupational Therapy Assessments through conducting Screening evaluations according to set Protocol. Contributes to Occupational Therapy Intervention through planning, implementing and evaluating activities according to Prescribed program. Performs all administrative tasks related to Clinical Service Delivery including record keeping and statistics Assist with progress and development of OT program. General Administrative Duties not related to Clinical Service Delivery. Contributes to Physical Resource management. Attending relevant meetings.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Basic knowledge of different TB and safety precaution. Experience in group work. Ability to be flexible and innovative in response to differing client needs. Assisting in wheelchair repairs. Manage own caseload independently under the supervision of an OT. Basic computer and writing skills. Effective interpersonal and communication skills needed to work in a Team Accurate and timeous completion of relevant administrative forms/tasks. Regular and accurate stock checks.
 
Enquiries:
Dr TS Ackerman, tel no. (044) 814-1124
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after obtaining an appropriate qualification that allows for registration as an Occupational Therapy Technician with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience after obtaining an appropriate qualification that allows for registration as an Occupational Therapy Technician with the Health professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapy Technician.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 213,726- R 244,374 per annum, Grade 2: R 251,754- R 305,520 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
3/18/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
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.
  • 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. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 4/8/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
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