Pediatric Occupational Therapist — Impactful Care in Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 620 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

State-of-the-art equipment

Generous leave benefits

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Cape Town to assess and treat children with developmental, neurological, and physical challenges. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve quality of life for children and families in an urban setting.

The role involves comprehensive assessments from birth to adolescence, individualized treatment plans, family education, and collaboration with educators and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Minimum of 4 years post-graduate pediatric OT experience.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments for children from birth to adolescence.
• Develop individualized treatment plans addressing fine motor, sensory, gross motor, self-care and social skills.
• Deliver therapy sessions in individual and group settings; tailor interventions to needs.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, and healthcare professionals for holistic care.
• Educate families on strategies to support development at home and in the community.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation including progress reports and plans.
• Stay updated with evidence-based pediatric practices; participate in team meetings.

Connaissances

Pediatric therapy

Assessment skills

Interpersonal communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Client-centered care

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Cape Town to assess and treat children with developmental, neurological, and physical challenges. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve quality of life for children and families in an urban setting.

The role involves comprehensive assessments from birth to adolescence, individualized treatment plans, family education, and collaboration with educators and other professionals.