• Reference Number : refs/056574
• Directorate : Clinical- Therapeutic Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R413 121.00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Dr. ME Letwaba Tel: 011 681 2008

Requirements :

• A Bachelor’s Degree in occupational therapy. Current registration with HPCSA as an independent practitioner. The candidate must have completed one year community service and must have one year experience post community service. Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams). 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. The candidate should be able to manage the Paediatric Occupational Therapy subsection (inpatient and outpatient) and assist in other subsections as required, as well as supervise and mentor junior staff. Sound knowledge and skills in assessment and treatment using evidence-based practice of various Paediatric for individual and group therapy including conditions such as Neonates, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome and Developmental Delay etc. Competence in selecting and administering a wide range of Paediatric standardised assessments and outcome-based measures. The following will serve as an added advantage: Knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulation and policies. Sound knowledge of Paediatric clinical theory, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services within a hospital setting. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and to use initiate within the Occupational Therapy Department. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong planning, organisational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to identify departmental needs as well as monitor, evaluate and coordinate existing services. Ability to engage in solution-focused problem-solving and service development initiatives

Duties :

• Provide Paediatric Occupational Therapy services to both in and outpatients in accordance with evidence-based practice and departmental protocols. Candidate should also be skilled in all areas of Occupational Therapy to assist other subsections as required. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care. Monitor, develop and co-ordinate Paediatric Occupational Therapy services as required. Maintain accurate clinical records, statistics and reports in accordance with departmental and legislative requirements. Participate in the development of management protocols for improved patient care. Execute all patient and departmental related administrative tasks including data compilation, stock management and submission of required reports. Co-ordinate, supervise and effectively plan relevant education activities and health calendar campaigns. Actively attend and chair relevant meetings as well as take part in hospital activities and committees. Participate in the supervision, mentorship and training of junior staff, community service therapists & students. Participate and contribute towards quality assurance activities as well as active engagement in resource acquiring, management and allocation. Administer Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) and evaluation of junior level staff. Able to act in the position of Chief Occupational Therapist where necessary.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. 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 will 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). It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification, social media and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department's intention to promote presentively (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : South Rand Hospital

Closing Date : 29-09-2026

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.