POST 42/166 : OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST GRADE 1-3 REF NO: ECHEALTH/OCTCMRH/MIN/31/11/2025

SALARY : Grade 1: R397 233 – R454 191 per annum, (OSD) Grade 2: R463 941 – R529 221 per annum, (OSD) Grade 3: R543 099 – R657 507 per annum, (OSD)

CENTRE : Buffalo City Metro, Cecilia Makiwane Regional Hospital

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational therapy that allows for registration with HPCSA as an Occupational therapist. Proof of current renewal of practice license with HPCSA as an Occupational therapist (Independent practice) will be required prior to or on the interview date. Knowledge, skills, and Competencies required.

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation guiding the provision of clinical health care in the public sector. I.e., Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Patients’ Rights Charter, Batho Pele principles, Ministerial priorities, Ideal Hospitals Realisation Framework, etc. Good communication skills, Report writing skills, problem-solving and decision-making, and computer skills. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment. A valid driver’s license is an added advantage.

DUTIES : Assess, plan, and implement Occupational therapy treatment methods within Occupational Therapy services and the other allocated areas of work, including management of cerebral palsy services. Perform administrative tasks such as accurate compilation of monthly statistics, clinical audits, report writing, attend and participate in meetings, and assist in the development and implementation of protocols and policies.

Provide mentorship and guidance to community service therapists and students.

Implement a referral system and ensure accurate record-keeping standards and quality assurance requirements. Participate in the skills development programme of the Department of Health. Assist in safeguarding and evaluating the status of equipment and infrastructure with a repair and maintenance programme, as well as stock control management.

Contribute towards planning, budgeting, procurement processes, and exercise control of expenditure within your departmental cost centre.Support the supervisor in all transformative changes and additional supervisory tasks as needed. Assist in the provision of high-quality Occupational therapy services through the development and implementation of appropriate systems, protocols, quality assurance programs, and internal controls. Market and promote Occupational therapy services and contribute towards research and training.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N. Matshaya Tel No: (043) 708 2121 or e-Recruitment Enquiries: RecruitmentHeadOffice@echealth.gov.za