• Reference Number : refs/057338
• Directorate : Allaid
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade 1: R413 121.00 Grade 2: R482 499.00 Grade 3: R564 822.00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms. T Nyembe (011 278 7612)

Requirements :

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Currently registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practice Occupational Therapist. One year community service experience completed. Experience in paediatric services will be an added advantage. The candidate should be a dynamic individual who adapts well to change and should be able to work independently, within the multidisciplinary team and under pressure. Should be willing to rotate within allocated areas in the hospital and offer professional and effective services. Computer literacy is essential. Report writing skills, effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Duties :

• Provide an Occupational Therapy service to both in and outpatients in the physical field though efficient and professional assessment and treatment within various areas of the hospital. Administer standardized and clinical assessments to patients requiring vocational assessments and other clinical reports. Execute all patients and departmental related administrative tasks including data compilation, stock management, attend various internal and external meetings and submission of monthly reports. Plan and prepare for all internal and external audits in the allocated area. Administer PMDS (Performance Management and Development System) and evaluation of junior level staff. Participate in the mentorship and training of community service therapists and students. Participate and implement the departmental policy on training and continuous professional development to ensure compliance to departmental standards and effective patient service delivery, in line with provincial and national standards

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following email address: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za No hand-delivered, faxed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a completed CV and the new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.dpsa.gov.za\documents. Applications submitted on the old Z83 will not be considered. Each new Z83 must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as per Circular No. 3 of 2025. Failure to comply will lead to disqualification. Sections A, B, C and D must be completed in full. For Sections E, F and G, where space is limited, applicants must complete the three lines provided in each section before indicating “Refer to CV” or “See attached”, provided the CV contains the required information. All experience listed in the CV must be in chronological order, indicating the employer, position and period of employment in DD/MM/YYYY format. The CV must include names and locations of schools and institutions attended, and information on the Z83 must be consistent with the CV. Applicants must provide at least three (3) contactable references, one being the immediate supervisor. The Department reserves the right to conduct further verification. Failure to submit all required information may result in disqualification. The question in Part F relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment must be answered, and the declaration must be completed and signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. The specific reference number must be quoted correctly. Only uploaded applications with a signed new Z83, CV, Proof of HPCSA Registration and Annual Practicing Card attached will be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill the post. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff undergo Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC), which include reference, identity, qualification and criminal record verification. Candidates with foreign qualifications must furnish a SAQA evaluation certificate when shortlisted. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5 of 1993. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise to determine suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post, and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Bertha Gxowa Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process. The Department reserves the right to conduct practical exercises, and candidates must avail themselves for interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Bertha Gxowa Hospital

Closing Date : 20-11-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.