OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AT NURTURE CAPE VIEW- CAPE TOWN

Our Group Practice at Nurture Cape View in Cape Town is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their team.

REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING:

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy (community year completed).
  • Current HPSCA registration and Malpractice Insurance.
  • Up to date CPD status.
  • 3 or more years’ experience in a rehabilitation environment post ComServ.
  • Basic seating training.
  • Special interest / expertise within neurology, orthopaedics and cognitive rehabilitation.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

  • Good written and spoken English language skills.
  • Awareness of evidence base for interventions.
  • Computer literacy (medical reports and Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Ability to prioritize workload.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Determine clinical diagnosis and provide occupational therapy treatment plan indicated as an autonomous practitioner.
  • Diagnosis, assessment and management of people with disabling conditions on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
  • Develop appropriate packages of care, giving clinical and professional advice to patients, Carers and other healthcare professionals.
  • Responsible for occupational therapy treatment.
  • To be a source of expertise and advice for support staff.
  • Available to work on a weekend / public holiday on rotation.

REMUNERATION:

  • Minimum Salary: R28 569,34 CTC (including benefits).

If you meet the above criteria and have the relevant experience and attributes, please submit your CV to Shanice at shaniceh@nurturehealth.net, clearly marked “OT-CV”. Should you not receive a response within two weeks after the closing date, kindly accept that your application has not been successful.

Closing date for applications is 04 October 2024

1. Relationships

Patient centred care allows you to connect with patients and make a difference.

2. Good salary

You are able to earn a salary that makes you feel secure.

3. Opportunities

Support and training is encouraged to grow and diversify your skills.

4. Environment

Pleasant work environment that is challenging and innovative.

5. Colleagues

Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of friendly colleagues and doctors.