Head of Tele-Rehabilitation & Remote Physiotherapy

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Remote work flexibility

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Remote Physiotherapist & Rehabilitation Specialist to guide a team of tele-rehabilitation professionals and develop innovative virtual treatment protocols for a wide range of conditions.

This fully remote role emphasizes evidence-based practice, remote leadership, and collaboration with healthcare partners to deliver high-quality physiotherapy via digital platforms, with coordination near Polokwane, Limpopo.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physiotherapy and current licensed registration.
• At least 10 years of clinical physiotherapy experience with 4+ years in leadership.
• Experience leading remote teams and delivering tele-rehabilitation.
• Proficient with telehealth software, EMR systems, and digital exercise platforms.
• Strong communication, empathy, and patient education skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote team of physiotherapists.
• Develop virtual assessment and treatment protocols.
• Oversee remotely delivered care plans for outcomes.
• Utilize telehealth platforms and digital tools.
• Conduct virtual consultations and injury management guidance.
• Stay current with research and digital health advances.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for care coordination.
• Contribute to online educational resources.
• Manage administrative tasks for remote operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient education

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Physiotherapy

Licensed Physiotherapist

Specialized training in sports/orthopedic/neurological physiotherapy

Tools

Telehealth software

EMR systems

Digital exercise platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Remote Physiotherapist & Rehabilitation Specialist to guide a team of tele-rehabilitation professionals and develop innovative virtual treatment protocols for a wide range of conditions.

This fully remote role emphasizes evidence-based practice, remote leadership, and collaboration with healthcare partners to deliver high-quality physiotherapy via digital platforms, with coordination near Polokwane, Limpopo.