OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AT NURTURE ILEMBE – KWAZULU – NATAL

The Nurture Health Group; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an Occupational Therapist dedicated to physical rehabilitation. You will assess patient needs, design treatment plans, and work within an interdisciplinary team to promote patient independence. A Bachelor’s degree and HPCSA registration are required, along with at least one year of relevant experience. Strong communication skills in English are essential. This position offers a minimum salary of R28569.34 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered with HPCSA as an independent practitioner.
• Minimum 1 year experience in neurology and spinal-cord injury care.
• Good written and spoken English; Afrikaans and Xhosa advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess each patient’s functional needs and design treatment plans.
• Contribute expertise to an interdisciplinary team.
• Guide patients toward greater independence in activities.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Analysis & decision making

Ability to prioritise workload

Self-discipline

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Are you dedicated leader with a passion for physical rehabilitation and a drive for patient-centered care? Do you thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment focused on delivering high-quality, measurable outcomes for patients? If so, we invite you to apply for the Occupational Therapy position at Nurture iLembe.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Occupational Therapist, you will focus on hands-on clinical care—assessing each patient’s functional needs, designing evidence-based treatment plans, and guiding them toward greater independence in everyday activities. You will contribute your expertise to an interdisciplinary team committed to person-centred rehabilitation and measurable, high-quality outcomes.

EQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy with community-service year completed
• Registered with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner and covered by malpractice insurance
• CPD portfolio up to date in line with HPCSA standards
• Bobath / Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) training an advantage
• Basic or intermediate wheelchair assessment/prescription skills beneficial
• Keen interest in both paediatric and adult neurological rehabilitation
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in neurology, cognitive therapy, and spinal-cord injury care
• Broad clinical exposure, including orthopaedics, SCI, and neurology
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working within an interdisciplinary team
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable own transport

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of the ICF Framework
• Good written and spoken English language skills (Afrikaans and Xhosa will be advantageous)
• Effective interdisciplinary team member
• Awareness of evidence-based interventions
• Computer literacy
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Able to work independently

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Analysis & decision making
• Initiative-taking
• Flexibility
• Humility
• Curiosity
• Self-discipline
• Perseverance

KEY BEHAVIOURS

• Respect for every Individual
• Willingness to Change
• Seek Perfection
• Embrace Scientific Thinking
• Assure quality at source
• Think systemically
• Create value for Customer

Minimum salary: R28569,34 Cost to Company (including benefits)

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR (PERSONAL QUALITIES):

• Clarity and Accountability: Must thrive within an environment that demands role clarity, responsibility, and measurable results.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across teams, funders, regulators, and external providers.
• Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to thrive within a transforming Organisation and successfully navigate complexities.
• Values-Driven: Deep alignment with Nurture’s values.

Should you not receive a response within two weeks of submission, please consider your application unsuccessful.

There is no closing date for this vacancy. The employer reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement at any time.