The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is a department of the Government of the Western Cape, responsible for providing public healthcare to the population of the Western Cape province of South Africa.
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Medical Orthotist & Prosthetist Grade 1 To 3 (Technical Services)
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist.
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist. One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 11-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist in respect of RSA qualified employees.
Minimum of 21-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Technical Skills: Proficiency in designing and fabricating orthotic and prosthetic devices. Anatomical Knowledge: Understanding of human anatomy and biomechanics. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals. Problem-Solving: Skill in diagnosing issues with devices and making necessary adjustments. Manual Dexterity: Precision and skill in handling tools and materials for creating custom devices. Computer literacy skills with competency in MS Office package (MS word, PowerPoint etc.)
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