Physiotherapist

LIFE Healthcare Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gauteng is seeking a Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist to provide physiotherapy services to patients in their Acute Rehabilitation Unit. The ideal candidate will have a B degree in Physiotherapy, current HPCSA registration, and a strong commitment to patient care. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, educating patients, and collaborating in treatment plans. The role offers a chance to work within a dedicated multidisciplinary team focusing on quality rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current HPCSA registration is required.
• Experience in hospital-based multi-disciplinary rehabilitation.
• Special interest in the treatment of adults with neurological disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy clinical services to all patients.
• Educate patients and their families about the patient’s condition.
• Conduct assessments, plan programmes, and administer treatment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to build relationships

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement

Verbal & written communication

Drive and energy

Education

B degree / BSc degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy exists for a Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist at the Acute Rehabilitation Unit at Life Riverfield Rehab in Gauteng. The unit is part of a network of rehabilitation units within Life Healthcare. The post holder will report to the Therapy Services Coordinator. They will be expected to provide Physiotherapy Services for all patients admitted to the Rehabilitation Unit.

Life Riverfield Lodge – Physiotherapist Introduction

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy clinical services to all patients admitted to Life Rehabilitation Unit, including on some weekends and public holidays.
• Conduct assessments, plan programmes and administer treatment to patients with neurological disorders (e.g., TBI, CVA, SCI) or with multi-morbidity conditions (e.g., Guillain-Barré), in collaboration with other therapy disciplines.
• Make recommendations regarding suitable assistive devices in collaboration with the occupational therapist.
• Actively participate in the spasticity management programme.
• Educate patients and their families about the patient’s condition.
• Conduct home visits if indicated to ensure a safe discharge destination.
• Participate in discharge planning and carer training.
• Contribute to weekly team and family meetings.
• Keep accurate and timeous records and reports.
• Effectively respond to queries and handle accordingly.
• Provide professional therapy service implementation in accordance with Life Healthcare protocols and procedures.
• Function effectively as a part of an interdisciplinary team to meet the requirements of quality patient care.
• Attend and contribute towards Continuous Professional Development activities of the unit.
• Supervise and train university students, as required.
• Promote and maintain sound and productive relationships with referral sources and stakeholders in the field of Rehabilitation.

Requirements

• B degree / BSc degree in Physiotherapy and current HPCSA registration.
• Experience in hospital-based multi-disciplinary rehabilitation.
• Special interest in the treatment of adults with neurological disorders; NDT training an advantage.
• Basic/intermediate seating and spasticity management an advantage.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary care.
• Commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction.
• Patient advocacy.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Ability to build relationships
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Drive and energy
• Verbal & written communication
• Process orientation
• Influencing skills
• Independence
• Personal integrity
• Conflict management
• Planning & Organising
• Self-management

Application Details

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

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Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.