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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Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to 3 (PHC Support and Outreach)
An appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the Health Professional Council of South African (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.
Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Innovative and analytical thinking and the ability to initiate, coordinate, manage and sustain programs. Knowledge of Community Oriented Primary care.
Delivery of optimal outcomes-based intervention to patients in the community according to occupational therapy principles and protocols. Mobility and assistive device services rendered in the community.
Facilitation of training for health personnel, clients, their families, volunteers, and inter-departmental personnel. Perform administrative tasks relating to department and skills developmental and training for Occupational Therapist. General support to supervisor and colleagues within the subdistrict.
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of SA qualified employees.
A Minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of SA qualified employees.
A minimum of 21 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is no
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