Locum Occupational Therapist- Somerset West
Faircape Group · Cape Town, Western Cape
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- Sasha Prinsloo Occupational Therapy , an affiliated practice operating within the Faircape Health villages, provides Occupational Therapy services to patients across our facilities.
- Faircape Health Institute, a division of the Faircape Group, owns and manages six luxury lifestyle villages with state-of-the-art, technologically advanced Healthcare Centres at each estate.
- We are seeking an experienced and energetic Locum Occupational Therapist to join the team at Heritage Subacute , situated in Somerset West . The successful candidate will deliver comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to sub-acute patients at Heritage Manor, as well as outpatient services when required.
- If you are passionate about care and want to work within a reputable, supportive and dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments for newly admitted sub-acute patients and develop tailored 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 modify treatment plans as required.
- Ensure the timely and accurate documentation of patient progress, assessments and treatment plans.
- Prepare patients for discharge and make recommendations regarding home modifications or outpatient rehabilitation.
- Provide education and support to family members to assist with 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 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.