Remote Pediatric Developmental Therapist - Telehealth

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Pediatric Developmental Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat developmental delays in infants through adolescents via telehealth. The role requires a Master's in a pediatrics-related field, licensure, and at least 5 years of pediatric experience.

Work-from-home arrangement offers balance and opportunities to advance telehealth care across South Africa, including the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a pediatrics-related field with specialized training.
• Licensure or registration as required by SA health authorities.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience with children.
• Proven expertise in pediatric developmental assessment and intervention.
• Proficient in telehealth service delivery and virtual communication.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for remote rapport.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a remote caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual developmental assessments for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Develop individualized therapy plans based on assessment findings and family goals.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions via telehealth platforms.
• Provide education and support to families on managing developmental challenges and home-based strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, educators and other allied health professionals for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records and documentation.
• Stay current with best practices, research, and technological advancements in pediatric developmental therapy and telehealth.
• Adapt therapeutic approaches to suit the virtual environment and individual client needs.
• Advocate for the developmental needs and rights of pediatric clients and their families.

Skills

Telehealth delivery

Pediatric assessments

Remote communication

Caseload management

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Master's degree in Psychology (pediatrics)

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Electronic health records

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Pediatric Developmental Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat developmental delays in infants through adolescents via telehealth. The role requires a Master's in a pediatrics-related field, licensure, and at least 5 years of pediatric experience.

Work-from-home arrangement offers balance and opportunities to advance telehealth care across South Africa, including the Northern Cape.