Locum Occupational Therapist- Cape Town at Faircape Group

Job Description

• The successful candidates will provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to sub-acute patients and assist with outpatient services when required. Applicants may indicate their preferred facility and availability.
• This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who are passionate about rehabilitation and want to work within a reputable, supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of newly admitted sub-acute patients and develop individualised treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, doctors, nurses and speech therapists, to ensure holistic patient care.
• Focus on improving patients’ functional independence, including activities of daily living such as dressing, feeding, hygiene, transfers and mobility.
• Implement rehabilitation programmes aimed at maximising patient recovery.
• Conduct regular reassessments and adjust treatment plans when required.
• Ensure the timely and accurate documentation of assessments, treatment plans and patient progress.
• Prepare patients for discharge and make recommendations regarding home modifications or continued outpatient rehabilitation.
• Educate and support family members regarding the patient’s ongoing care at home.

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered as an independent practitioner with the HPCSA.
• Malpractice insurance and CPD compliance with the HPCSA.
• MoCA certification.
• Up-to-date BLS training.
• Proven post-community service experience.
• Experience in neurology, orthopaedics and wheelchair seating.
• Basic wheelchair seating training and Bobath or neurological short courses would be advantageous.

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong patient-care focus.
• Adaptability and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ethical, empathetic and confident decision-making.
• Proficient computer literacy.

Specific Requirements:

• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence.
• Clear criminal record.
• Two written references.
• Availability to provide locum support during 2027.