Occupational Therapy Specialist at Nurture Health

ABOUT THE ROLE

• The Occupational Therapy Specialist is a head-office (remote-first) expert who empowers evidence-based physical rehabilitation within our integrated practice units by writing and improving occupational therapy protocols, auditing and analysing outcomes, and assisting with the building of capabilities within therapy teams nationwide.

Reporting to the Clinical Quality Manager, you will:

• Collaborate with other specialists within the Clinical Quality Team to define and continuously improve Nurture’s occupational therapy and other clinical protocols.
• Travel regularly to our integrated practice units nationwide, building capability across therapy teams through structured audits and mentorship.
• Conduct and disseminate high quality research on the application of occupational therapy within our integrated practice units.
• Serve as the custodian of DG&A–OTASA relations, supporting regulatory alignment and continued professional development.

GUARANTEED MONTHLY REMUNERATION: R 57 546.00 CTC (benefits included)

ABOUT YOU

• You are the ideal candidate for this role if you have the following attributes:

Personal Attributes

• A passion for occupational therapy, and an innate respect for its role in physical rehabilitation.
• Strong identification with the values as set out in the Guidelines and Principles for Ethical and Professional Conduct (OTASA).
• A natural mentor and coach who is empathetic and approachable.
• A self-starter, coupled with a preference for collaboration and teamwork.

Education, Experience, and Functional Learnings

• Registered with the Board for Occupational Therapy, Medical Orthotics/Prosthetics, and Arts Therapy in the category Independent Practice (Occupational Therapy).
• Proven experience in successfully contributing to the development of occupational therapy policies, processes, and automated systems within an integrated practice unit comprised of more than six healthcare professions.
• Demonstrated experience in occupational therapy research, conference presentations and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No. 56 of 1974), as well as the Regulations Defining the Scope of Practice for Occupational Therapy and other Professional Board Guidelines as published by the HPCSA.