Occupational Therapist

LIFE Healthcare Group; Kirkwood; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team at a rehabilitation facility. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining patient programs, assessing and treating individuals with various conditions, and ensuring the highest standards of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with a multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. If you are passionate about quality patient care and have a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience post community service required.
• Experience in treating mental health conditions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the facility programme as part of the team.
• Assess and treat patients with physical and cognitive problems.
• Supervise assistants and ensure equipment is in working order.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Creativity

Resilience

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with HPCSA

Job description

A vacancy has arisen for an Occupational Therapist at Life Nkanyisa Kirkwood Care Centre (Chronic Psychiatric Hospital) in Kirkwood. The candidate will be reporting to the Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting the needs of the internal and external customers through the execution of the Life Healthcare strategic and operational objectives in Growth, Quality, Efficiency and Sustainability by contributing to the effective functioning of the Centre and be part of a dynamic professional team that is continuously striving for the highest quality standards.

Function Rehabilitation Facility

Life Nkanyisa | Kirkwood Care Centre

Position Occupational Therapist

Critical Outputs

• Develop and maintain the facility programme as a functional member of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Participate in patient programme planning, reviews, and adjustments as and when required.
• Ensure that there are sufficient consumables and resources available for the facility programme to operate smoothly and without interruption.
• Assessment and treatment of patients with physical, functional, and cognitive problems including neurological disorders such as traumatic brain injuries and stroke.
• Liaise with external stakeholders and agencies to provide work, learning and recreational opportunities for the service users.
• Provide a platform for the implementation of large-scale skills development initiatives.
• Participate on the facility specific marketing initiatives, advocacy events and community education programme when required.
• Able to supervise assistants/technicians and monitor critical outputs; as well as provide necessary training on the operation of equipment and activities provided by the department.
• Ensure that all equipment is serviced, and in working order at all times.
• Active participation in continuous professional development activities of the unit.
• Attend all required interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with HPCSA
• At least 2 years’ experience post community service.
• Experience in treating mental health/psychiatric conditions will be advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, effective communication skills and performance orientation.
• Candidate will need to demonstrate commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment skills
• Creativity
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Attention to detail/ excellence orientation.
• Ethical behaviour
• Drive and energy
• Resilience
• Positive influencing
• Organizational awareness
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team.

Email [e-mail] Closing date Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.