OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AT NURTURE ILEMBE – KWAZULU – NATAL

Spescare Swakopmund; Stanger / KwaDukuza; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide hands-on clinical care by assessing patients and designing treatment plans. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy, HPCSA registration, and at least one year of relevant experience. The role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary team. Competitive salary of R28 569,34 Cost to Company is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in neurology, cognitive therapy, and spinal-cord injury care.
• Keen interest in both paediatric and adult neurological rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Assessing each patient’s functional needs and designing evidence-based treatment plans.
• Contributing to an interdisciplinary team focused on rehabilitation.

Skills

Knowledge of the ICF Framework

Good written and spoken English skills

Effective interdisciplinary team member

Computer literacy

Ability to prioritise workload

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Registered with the HPCSA

Job description

Are you a 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.

Requirements, 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 year’s 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 skills (Afrikaans and Xhosa 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
• Ensure quality at source
• Think systemically
• Create value for customer

Minimum salary: R28 569,34 Cost to Company (including benefits)

Who We’re Looking For (Personal Qualities)

• Clarity and accountability: thrive within an environment demanding role clarity, responsibility, and measurable results.
• Collaboration: strong interpersonal skills to foster teamwork across various stakeholders.
• Resilience and adaptability: navigate organizational changes successfully.
• Values-driven: align deeply with Nurture’s values.

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

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