Fresh Openings at Nurture Health

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Our Therapy Group Practice at Nurture Healthcare requires a Rehab Medical Doctor who will be based at Nurture iLembe physical rehabilitation facility in the KwaZulu-Natal. This role is an exciting position comprising the opportunity to treat inpatient rehabilitation patients and build relationships with the referring specialists in the area. This successful applicant will form part of the facility leadership team.

MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• An MBChB. and full HPCSA registration.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner.
• Your own transport.
• Professional indemnity cover.
• Previous experience in an interdisciplinary team setting would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Exposure to inpatient treatment, high care, ICU, and casualty

COMPETENCY EXPECTATIONS:

• Patient and family-centered approach.
• Have strong communication skills and an ability to deal with a diverse range of patients and fellow team members.
• An interest in working closely with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, and administrators.
• Prepared to assume responsibility for the patients allocated to you, deal with some level of uncertainty, but know when to consult and liaise with other team members, referring doctors, and with consultants.
• Have a strong clinical knowledge and skill base, and a hunger to learn more and be coached.
• Be literate in MS Windows and MS Office.
• Perform pre-admission patient rehabilitation evaluations guided by the Nurture Care Model.
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Therapy Manager, our Social Worker is an essential member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. You will:

• Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments and craft individualised care plans.
• Provide counselling, crisis intervention and ongoing emotional support to patients and families.
• Facilitate family meetings, discharge planning and smooth community reintegration.
• Advocate for resources, benefits and funding to optimise long-term outcomes.
• Collaborate daily with the interdisciplinary to deliver seamless, evidence-based care.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation compliant with SACSSP standards and contribute to quality-improvement initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• BA Degree in Social Work
• Current SACSSP membership & valid malpractice insurance
• 2-3 years’ experience in a private hospital or Rehabilitation setting (advantageous)
• Minimum Salary:  R26 464.20 Cost to Company (including benefits)

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR (PERSONAL QUALITIES):

• Communication - clear, compassionate and culturally sensitive
• Collaboration - thrives in a multidisciplinary team; builds trust quickly
• Analysis & decision making - sound clinical judgement and ethical practice
• Safety and Quality - champions best practice and patient dignity at all times
• Initiative-taking - proactive, solution-oriented and adaptable
• Flexibility - comfortable with evolving priorities and diverse caseloads
• Time Management & Organization - balances caseload and admin efficiently

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ABOUT THE ROLE

• As a Rehab Supporter, you will play a key role in assisting our interdisciplinary therapy team—including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy—to provide high-quality rehabilitation services. This role involves supporting both the clinical and administrative aspects of therapy delivery, helping ensure that patients receive consistent, evidence-based care throughout their rehabilitation journey.
• You'll work closely with therapists, patients, and families to contribute to a caring and efficient environment that promotes recovery and positive outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• Grade 12 minimum requirement
• 2 years or more relevant experience in a physical rehabilitation environment is essential
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Good inter-personal skills and communication skills
• Patient handling skills, such as transfers
• Knowledge of basic wheelchair maintenance and basic wheelchair seating requirements
• Willingness to assist in other admin areas in the facility when required
• Problem solving skills, analysis & sound decision-making
• Safety and Quality with sound knowledge of health and safety requirements for a rehabilitation setting
• Initiative-taking
• Flexibility
• Willingness to learn and grow

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ABOUT THE ROLE

• As the Occupational Therapist, you will focus on hands-on clinical care—assessing each patient’s functional needs, designing evidence-based treatment plans, and guiding them toward greater independence in everyday activities. You will contribute your expertise to an interdisciplinary team committed to person-centred rehabilitation and measurable, high-quality outcomes.

EQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy with community-service year completed
• Registered with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner and covered by malpractice insurance
• CPD portfolio up to date in line with HPCSA standards
• Bobath / Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) training an advantage
• Basic or intermediate wheelchair assessment/prescription skills beneficial
• FCE training beneficial
• Driving assessment training beneficial
• Keen interest in both paediatric and adult neurological rehabilitation
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in neurology, cognitive therapy, and spinal-cord injury care
• Broad clinical exposure, including orthopaedics, SCI, and neurology
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working within an interdisciplinary team
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable own transport

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of the ICF Framework
• Good written and spoken English language skills (Afrikaans and Xhosa will be advantageous)
• Effective interdisciplinary team member
• Awareness of evidence-based interventions
• Computer literacy
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Able to work independently

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Analysis & decision making
• Initiative-taking
• Flexibility
• Humility
• Curiosity
• Self-discipline
• Perseverance

KEY BEHAVIOURS

• Respect for every Individual
• Willingness to Change
• Seek Perfection
• Embrace Scientific Thinking
• Assure quality at source
• Think systemically
• Create value for Customer