Locum Occupational Therapist- Cape Town
Faircape Group · Cape Town, Western Cape
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- The successful candidates will provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to sub-acute patients and assist with outpatient services when required. Applicants may indicate their preferred facility and availability.
- This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who are passionate about rehabilitation and want to work within a reputable, supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of newly admitted sub-acute patients and develop individualised treatment plans.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, doctors, nurses and speech therapists, to ensure holistic patient care.
- Focus on improving patients' functional independence, including activities of daily living such as dressing, feeding, hygiene, transfers and mobility.
- Implement rehabilitation programmes aimed at maximising patient recovery.
- Conduct regular reassessments and adjust treatment plans when required.
- Ensure the timely and accurate documentation of assessments, treatment plans and patient progress.
- Prepare patients for discharge and make recommendations regarding home modifications or continued outpatient rehabilitation.
- Educate and support family members regarding the patient's ongoing care at home.
Requirements
- Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered as an independent practitioner with the HPCSA.
- Malpractice insurance and CPD compliance with the HPCSA.
- MoCA certification.
- Up-to-date BLS training.
- Proven post-community service experience.
- Experience in neurology, orthopaedics and wheelchair seating.
- Basic wheelchair seating training and Bobath or neurological short courses would be advantageous.
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong patient-care focus.
- Adaptability and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
- Ethical, empathetic and confident decision-making.
- Proficient computer literacy.
Specific Requirements
- Own reliable transport and a valid driver's licence.
- Clear criminal record.
- Two written references.
- Availability to provide locum support during 2027.