Sessional Occupational Therapist

Requirements :

• Matric with Degree in Occupational Therapy or an appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the relevant profession.
• Completion of community service and registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Current registration for 2026/2027.
• Experience: None after registration with HPCSA in the relevant profession as an occupational therapist in respect of SA qualified employees who performed community service.
• One-year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an occupational therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa. Experience in neurology, psychiatry, and disability.
• Knowledge of public service legislations, policies, procedures, and other related health policies. Knowledge of PFMA and related legal frameworks. Planning, Filing, and organizing skills, good communication skills (written and verbal), computer literacy and valid driver’s license.
• Experience in mental health, vocation, rehabilitation, supervision of Occupational Therapy students and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) will be an added advantage. Working 80 hours per month.

Duties :

• Plan, coordinate and implement Occupational Therapy Services. Render Occupational therapy services which comply with the norms and standards as indicated in health policies.
• Provide leadership, expert advice on complicated clinical conditions and being part of PILLIR committee. Implementing of effective record keeping, accurate statistics collection and analysis. Work well with the MDT set up.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards and PMDS process. Supervising OTA/OTT, community service OTTs and students. Participate in professional development/ CPD activities.

Closing Date : 13-11-2026