OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: GRADE 1 –2 (HEALTH)
Key Performance Areas
Render Occupational Therapy services that comply with standards and Norms in the hospital and community setting. Candidate will be expected to render Occupational Therapy service in adherence to the scope of practice and health protocols. Render effective patient centred Occupational Therapy services in the hospital, community and outreach services to schools, ECD centres, special schools and old age homes. Compilation of daily and monthly statistics and reports using available departmental tools. Participate in Continuous professional development. Carry out delegated duties by supervisor or manager. Participate in student training and supervision Participate in Quality Assurance Audits Exercise care with all consumables and equipment. Manage allocated Resources. Participate in promoting and marketing Occupational Therapy.
Prerequisites
A National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / Matric plus appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist. Experience: None after registration with the Health Professions Council [HPCSA] as an Occupational Therapist. Experience for Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration with the Health Professions Council [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist. Computer literacy including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Literacy in virtual meeting platforms. A valid driver's license except for people with disabilities
Person Profile
Candidate should have a sound knowledge of general Occupational Therapy principles.
Candidates should have a sound knowledge and application of clinical theory, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
Adhere to provincial, hospital and departmental policies, procedures and regulations.
Knowledge of public service legislation, PFMA, policies and procedure. Candidate
must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, strategic planning, organizational skills, leadership qualities and supervisory skills.
Ability to work under pressure.