Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Professional development

Collaborative team

Modern equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialized services to children in Queenstown. You will assess, diagnose, and treat developmental, sensory processing, and functional challenges to help children perform daily tasks and participate in play and school activities.

You will collaborate with families, teachers, and other health professionals to develop and implement individualized intervention plans, monitor progress, and adapt strategies to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA).
• Proven experience working as an Occupational Therapist specializing in pediatrics.
• Strong knowledge of child development and pediatric diagnoses.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments to identify developmental, motor, sensory, and functional challenges.
• Develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans tailored to each child's needs and goals.
• Implement interventions to improve fine motor, sensory processing, self-care and play skills.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers and school personnel to ensure skill carryover into home and school.
• Maintain accurate documentation of progress, plans, and outcomes.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialized therapy services to children in Queenstown . This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating developmental, sensory processing, and functional challenges that affect children's ability to perform daily tasks. You will work closely with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized intervention plans that promote independence and improve quality of life for the children. This is a vital role within a dedicated healthcare setting focused on pediatric care, offering a chance to make a profound difference in the lives of children and their families through expert therapeutic intervention.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments to identify developmental, motor, sensory, and functional challenges.
• Develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans tailored to each child's specific needs and goals.
• Implement therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practices to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and play skills.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and school personnel to provide strategies and support for carryover of skills into home and school environments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy .
• Registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA).
• Proven experience working as an Occupational Therapist specializing in pediatrics.
• Strong knowledge of child development, common pediatric diagnoses, and therapeutic modalities.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options combining clinic and remote sessions.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Access to modern therapeutic equipment and resources.