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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.
 
Physiotherapist Grade 1 to 3 (2 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GSH26/2024
  Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Ability to work after hours for ERAS(Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) calls. Computer literacy. Willingness to work overtime.
 
Requirements Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Physiotherapist.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Assess and treat patients in Trauma, Oncology, Maternity, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic, Acute Spinal Cord Injuries, OPD, Medical, Surgical, Cardiothoracic wards as well as High Care and Intensive Care units associated with these wards. Be responsible for administration related to patient care as well as departmental administration. Management of assets in allocated work area. Assist in the clinical supervision of undergraduate students.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in respect of RSA-qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist 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 a Physiotherapist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA a Physiotherapist 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 a Physiotherapist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of applicable health legislation, relevant Acts and Public Service Policies and Procedures. Good problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills. Appropriate, clinical experience as a Physiotherapist in an acute and specialist/tertiary hospital. Ability to supervise undergraduate students in a tertiary setting. Ability to work independently. Ability to work within the MDT. Ability to problem solve, organise, and prioritize patient treatments/discharge plans. Ability to work under extreme pressure.
 
Enquiries:
Ms CK Davids, tel. no. (021) 404 4408
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for these posts. 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 in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 376 524 - R 430 512 per annum, Grade 2: R 439 755 - R 501 630 per annum, Grade 3: R 514 785 - R 623 229 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/2/2024 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: 8/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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