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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.

Enquiries:
Occupational Therapist: Grade 1 to 3
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: MHS482/2025
Karl Bremer Hospital

Dr S Le Roux tel. no: (021) 918 1733

Inherent requirements of the job:
A valid Code B/C driver’s license.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Adhere to departmental requirements whilst rendering services to in-patients (and out-patients) within the medical, orthopaedic, surgical, psychiatric and paediatric fields. Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team & have good communication skills. Ability to comply with National Core Standards requirements and appropriate computer skills. Knowledge on conducting comprehensive assessments, splinting, wheelchair assessments and the ability to contribute towards patient discharge plans.

Minimum educational qualification:
An appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.

Note:
Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. 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 on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates 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)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Occupational Therapist posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert.

Experience:
Grade1: None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an 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 Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an 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 Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa.

Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Manage Clinical service provision in accordance with the departmental requirements and protocols. Conduct assessments and execute holistic treatment plans within all the work areas. Multidisciplinary team involvement; professional advocacy; data analysis and quality improvement; resource management. Participation in personal, departmental and hospital in-service and training programs; Mentoring and supervision of the Community Service Therapist. Systems input and participation within the Metro East Ecosystem: Contribution to improvement of internal systems within Occupational Therapy and the Allied component; Foster effective relationships with medical disciplines; liaison with external partners within the ecosystem to establish clear pathways and linkage to care.

Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.




Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 397,233 per annum, Grade 2: R 463,941 per annum, Grade 3: R 543,099 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:
8/1/2025 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: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM

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