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A job opportunity
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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
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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.
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Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to 3
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Employment Type: Permanent
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Reference No: RXH57/2025
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Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
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| An appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. | | | |
| 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 applications will be considered for vacancies within Department of Health and Wellness, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post. | | | |
| Deliver comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to paediatric clients at a tertiary level, including assessment, intervention planning, treatment implementation, rehabilitation, and discharge preparation/implementation. Facilitate the re-integration of paediatric clients into home, school, and community environments through caregiver training, school liaison, and appropriate referrals. Prescribe and provide specialised interventions, including seating assessments and the provision of assistive devices tailored to the developmental and functional needs of children. Collaborate actively in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team discussions, and family meetings to ensure coordinated, patient-centred care. Maintain accurate and timeous documentation, including clinical notes, statistics, reports, and referrals, in accordance with institutional and departmental protocols. Participate in and support departmental training and development activities, including the supervision and clinical guidance of occupational therapy students. Contribute to the effective functioning of the OT department by supporting supervisory structures and engaging in human and material resource management in line with HR and institutional prescripts. Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives, audits, and ongoing professional development to maintain high standards of paediatric OT practice. | | | |
| Foundational to intermediate therapeutic knowledge and clinical skills in managing paediatric clients across a range of diagnoses and developmental stages. Flexibility, creativity, and innovation in addressing varied client and family needs, with the ability to function effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Sound knowledge of available community-based resources and appropriate referral pathways, including the ability to integrate these into discharge planning. Understanding and correct application of internal protocols and external policies, including Department of Health and Wellness procedures, ethical guidelines, and HPCSA standards of professional conduct. Ability to provide mentorship and clinical supervision to occupational therapy students. Demonstrated experience in working with children with disabilities in a healthcare setting, ideally within a paediatric or tertiary-level hospital context. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic administrative systems (e.g., patient records, statistics, reports). | | | |
| 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. | | | |
| M Pursad, tel.no. (021 658 5038 or mereille.pursad@westerncape.gov.za) | | | |
| Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. | | |
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Remuneration:
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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).
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Starting Date:
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8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
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NOTICE TO ALL
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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.
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Closing date: 8/29/2025 12:00:00 AM
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