Occupational Therapist Grade 1 – 3 at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• Senior/National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) certificate. Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOcc) Degree. Experience in acute hospitals, setting supervision of others will be added advantage. Ability to work independently, under pressure, high pace, interact well with patients, other therapists, family members/caregivers and others.
• Ability to interact and be a member of a multidisciplinary team. Analytical thinking, independent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Good time management skills and willingness to rotate within the substructure and perform relief duties. supervision of students and subordinates.
• Occupational Therapist Grade 1: No experience required after registration with HPCSA in the relevant profession in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed community service, as required in South Africa.
• Occupational Therapist Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate recognizable experience after registration with HPCSA in the relevant profession in respect of RSA qualified employees who perform community service, as required in South Africa.
• Occupational Therapist Grade 3: A Minimum of 20 years of recognizable experience after registration as an Occupational Therapist with HPCSA in the relevant profession in respect of RSA qualified employees who perform community service, as required in South Africa. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.

Duties :

• Render Occupational Therapy services by assessing and treating all adult or paediatric patients with physical or psychiatric disorders, within the allocated clinical load. Assist with other clinical loads as needed.
• Ensure provision of quality occupational therapy services that comply with the standards and norms as indicated by Health Policies. Partake in allocated administrative duties. Adhere to provincial, hospital and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations. Participate in quality assurance methods.
• Identify and report on risks. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Follow the correct channels of communication. Good written and verbal communication skills. Oversee allocated officials.
• Facilitate and participate in professional and generic CPD activities/programmes. Plan, supervise and execute student training. Exercise care with all equipment and consumables. Coordinate and manage OT services for a designated area. People management of rehabilitation care workers, students and volunteers. Liaise and collaborate with stakeholders. Screen, assess and intervene as required to appropriate levels of care.

Closing Date : 12-06-2026