Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Leave allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will support children to develop, recover, or maintain daily living skills through hands-on therapy and individualized treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy with HPCSA registration and 3–5 years of pediatric experience. You will work with physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist.
• 3–5 years of pediatric OT experience.
• Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental delays.
• Strong knowledge of child development, sensory integration, and motor control theories.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric clients using standardized and non-standardized evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized OT treatment plans.
• Improve fine motor, sensory, cognitive, and social-emotional skills.
• Educate parents, caregivers, and teachers on strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists.
• Document assessments and progress notes.
• Stay updated with research and best practices.
• Advocate for pediatric clients in family, school, and community settings.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Assessment skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role focuses on supporting children with developmental, physical, or emotional challenges to achieve greater independence in all aspects of their lives. You will work with infants, children, and adolescents to help them develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working. This position involves hands-on therapy, assessment, and the development of individualized treatment plans within a supportive and collaborative healthcare setting in Vereeniging. The role requires a blend of direct patient care and collaborative planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of pediatric clients through standardized and non-standardized evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans to address developmental delays, physical disabilities, and emotional challenges.
• Work with children to improve their fine motor skills, sensory processing, cognitive abilities, and social-emotional development.
• Educate parents, caregivers, and teachers on strategies to support children's development and participation in daily activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care in Vereeniging, Gauteng.
• Adapt environments and recommend assistive devices to enhance a child's functional independence.
• Document all assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Stay updated with the latest research, techniques, and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy.
• Advocate for the needs of pediatric clients within the family, school, and community settings.
• Participate in case conferences and contribute to the overall therapeutic program planning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Registration with the relevant health professions council (e.g., HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience specifically in pediatric occupational therapy.
• Demonstrated experience working with a range of pediatric conditions (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental delays).
• Strong understanding of child development, sensory integration, and motor control theories.
• Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and collaborative abilities.
• Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in Vereeniging.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• This role includes opportunities for professional growth and specialization in pediatric therapy.
• Employees will benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment in Vereeniging, Gauteng, with access to ongoing training and development.
• Additional benefits may include medical aid contributions and leave allowances.