Lead Phytotherapist & Herbal Medicine Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Access to premium medicinal herbs

Professional development support

Leadership opportunity in herbal team

Work in Paarl community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Phytotherapist and Herbal Medicine Practitioner in Paarl, Western Cape. You will develop personalized herbal treatment plans, manage the herbal pharmacy, and lead a team of practitioners in the botanical health department.

The role requires an advanced degree in Phytotherapy or Herbal Medicine, at least 7 years of clinical practice, and strong knowledge of plant-based remedies, safety, and interactions.

Qualifications

• Degree or advanced diploma in Phytotherapy or Herbal Medicine.
• Minimum of 7 years of clinical practice as a Phytotherapist or Herbal Medicine Practitioner.
• Extensive knowledge of botanical materia medica, including plant identification and traditional uses.
• Proven experience formulating custom herbal preparations (tinctures, capsules, creams, etc.).
• Strong understanding of human physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.
• Excellent diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills.
• Exceptional communication, client education, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience managing a team or department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to understand health conditions.
• Develop personalized phytotherapy treatment plans using a wide range of medicinal herbs and formulations.
• Prepare and dispense herbal remedies, ensuring accuracy, quality, and safety.
• Educate clients on proper use, dosage, and potential interactions of herbal medications.
• Manage sourcing, stocking, and inventory of herbs and herbal products.
• Stay current with research and advancements in phytotherapy and herbal medicine.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise junior phytotherapists and herbalists.
• Maintain confidential client records and treatment progress.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and professional standards.
• Contribute to educational workshops and public outreach.

Skills

Phytotherapy knowledge

Herbal medicine

Clinical reasoning

Leadership

Client education

Communication

Team management

English proficiency

Education

Phytotherapy degree

Advanced diploma in Herbal Medicine

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Phytotherapist and Herbal Medicine Practitioner in Paarl, Western Cape. You will develop personalized herbal treatment plans, manage the herbal pharmacy, and lead a team of practitioners in the botanical health department.

The role requires an advanced degree in Phytotherapy or Herbal Medicine, at least 7 years of clinical practice, and strong knowledge of plant-based remedies, safety, and interactions.