Chief Physiotherapist Physiotherapy

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent practice Physiotherapist and current registration with HPCSA for 2026.
• A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as Physiotherapist (excluding community service), after registration as an independent practitioner with the HPCSA.
• Knowledge requirements: Must have knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations, and policies. Knowledge in the application of clinical Physiotherapy theory, practices, and ethics.
• Competency requirements: Communication skills, report writing skills, decision-making skills, planning & organizational skills, expert clinical Physiotherapy skills, research skills, analytical skills, presentation skills, conflict resolution skills, and human resources & financial management skills.
• The following will be added advantages: post-graduate qualification and/or short courses in either medical, surgical, neurological, orthopaedic , Paediatrics physiotherapy.
• Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms Excel). Ability to coordinate services in the context of a multidisciplinary team. A good understanding of public hospital operational systems. Resilience, effective interpersonal skills, strategic planning skills, and leadership qualities.

Duties :

• Manage, plan, coordinate, implement and report on physiotherapy services in the allocated section as per Operational Plan and assist in other sections as and when necessary. Render an experienced and specialized physiotherapy service in the department.
• Develop guidelines, protocols and SOP’s in line with the national and provincial strategies and monitor the implementation thereof. Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluating processes. Monitor proper utilization of allocated financial and physical resources.
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of relevant data and compile reports as required. Attend relevant meetings and assume relevant functions on behalf of the Head of the Department or as delegated. Participate in planning and delivering CPD programs. Supervise and manage the performance of allocated staff. Coordinate and participate in supervision and training of students. Assist with the implementation and monitoring of Quality Assurance e.g. audits and quality improvement programs.
• Contribute to the development of the Physiotherapy Department and the profession by promoting and carrying out research and other innovations or projects. Coordinate and ensure the promotion and marketing of Physiotherapy service in the hospital and community. Adhere to and implement all relevant policies, procedures, standards and legislation

Closing Date : 13-11-2026