Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to 3 (Neurology, Neurosurgery and Adult Psychiatry) (6/8th)

About the role

The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring an Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to 3 (Neurology, Neurosurgery and Adult Psychiatry) (6/8th), based in Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley. This is a permanent post, paying R309,840 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 09 November 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration as Occupational Therapist with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be required to deliver an effective and efficient occupational therapy service in the above-mentioned clinical areas that may include (but is not limited to) the following: Conducting comprehensive assessments and occupation-based treatment.
• Performing basic, intermediate and advanced seating assessments for wheelchair users.
• Fabrication and prescription of various upper and lower limb splints.
• Measurement and fabrication of pressure garments.
• Executing appropriate discharge plans in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Independent case management through attendance of ward- rounds and multi-disciplinary meetings (where applicable).
• Contribute to management of physical resources in Occupational Therapy Department.
• Provision of OT student training.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Occupational Therapist.
• Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist.
• Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees.
• 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
• Grade 2: at least 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees.
• At least 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
• Grade 3: at least 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees.
• At least 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills):
• Experience in Neurology, Neurosurgery and Adult Psychiatry Occupational therapy
• Intermediate and advance seating experience
• Splinting experience
• Experience in student training/supervision
• Sound knowledge of relevant national, provincial legislation and various physical conditions
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and planning abilities
• Able to work well within a team
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)