OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AT NURTURE RYNMED – GAUTENG

Spescare Swakopmund; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist focused on delivering patient-centered rehabilitation. You will assess patient needs and design treatment plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should have a relevant degree, HPCSA registration, and at least three years of experience in neurology and spinal-cord injury care. A valid driver's licence is essential, and a collaborative mindset is crucial.

Benefits

Benefits included in salary package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in neurology, cognitive therapy, and spinal-cord injury care.
• Broad clinical exposure, including orthopaedics, SCI, and neurology.
• Keen interest in both paediatric and adult neurological rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Assess each patient’s functional needs and design treatment plans.
• Guide patients toward greater independence in everyday activities.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for patient-centered rehabilitation.

Skills

Effective interdisciplinary team member

Communication

Knowledge of the ICF Framework

Computer literacy

Good written and spoken English skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Registered with HPCSA

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 Rynmed.

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 3 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: R28 569,34 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.