• Reference Number : Refs/057325
• Directorate : Clinical Support and Therapeutic Department
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : less than 10 years R273.00, 10 years but less than 20 years relevant experience R318.00, 20 years and more relevant experience R373.00.
• Enquiries : Ms A Mmako: Tel No: (012) 380 1316

Requirements :

• Matric with Degree in Occupational Therapy or an appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the relevant profession. Completion of community service and registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Current registration for 2026/2027. Experience: None after registration with HPCSA in the relevant profession as an occupational therapist in respect of SA qualified employees who performed community service. One-year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an occupational therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa. Experience in neurology, psychiatry, and disability. Knowledge of public service legislations, policies, procedures, and other related health policies. Knowledge of PFMA and related legal frameworks. Planning, Filing, and organizing skills, good communication skills (written and verbal), computer literacy and valid driver’s license. Experience in mental health, vocation, rehabilitation, supervision of Occupational Therapy students and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) will be an added advantage. Working 80 hours per month.

Duties :

• Plan, coordinate and implement Occupational Therapy Services. Render Occupational therapy services which comply with the norms and standards as indicated in health policies. Provide leadership, expert advice on complicated clinical conditions and being part of PILLIR committee. Implementing of effective record keeping, accurate statistics collection and analysis. Work well with the MDT set up. Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards and PMDS process. Supervising OTA/OTT, community service OTTs and students. Participate in professional development/ CPD activities.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body may be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants, at no cost. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undertake two (2) pre-entry assessment i.e ( Practical and integrity assessments). The department is committed to employment equity, People with disabilities are welcome to apply and all those that will represent EE plan of the Hospital. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when shortlisted. Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process. Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. Please Note: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pretoria West District Hospital

Closing Date : 13-11-2026

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.