Occupational Therapist

Our client is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team based in Vredehoek, Cape Town.

The occupational therapist will play a vital role in assessing, planning, and implementing therapeutic interventions that support residents in maintaining or improving their functional abilities. This includes mobility, self-care, cognitive function, engagement in meaningful activities tailored to the needs of frail adults, and providing caregiver education.

Key performance areas

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents’ physical, and psychosocial
• Develop individualised treatment plans focused on enhancing independence to
• Improve quality of life.
• Implement therapeutic activities to improve mobility, coordination, and daily living
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physiotherapists, social workers, and family members.
• Recommend and facilitate the use of adaptive equipment and environmental
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Provide training and support to caregivers and staff on safe handling and therapeutic techniques.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in line with regulatory standards.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary care planning meetings and contribute to case reviews.
• Promote resident engagement through individual and group therapy sessions and
• Recreational activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in geriatric care, rehabilitation, or frail care settings.
• Experience with dementia care, stroke rehabilitation, and chronic illness management is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of assistive devices, fall prevention strategies, and sensory stimulation techniques.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and care documentation systems.

Salary: Market Related

Please send your updated CV to az.oc.axamyd@tnemtiurcer

If you don’t hear from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted on 17 Oct 11:44, Closing date 16 Dec