Job Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable). Current registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (2026) (Independent Practice). A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (Independent Practice). Minimum of 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognised Foreign Health Professions and / or the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (Independent Practice) for foreign qualified employees. Clinical experience in general adult and pediatric assessment and treatment is required. Knowledge in the fields of mental health, vocational rehabilitation, neurology, hand injuries, burns, amputations, developmental delays, etc. is expected. Clinical experience in these fields will be beneficial.
Duties
To provide optimal and evidence-based occupational therapy in individual and group settings for patients in, out and clinics. To administer standardized and clinical assessments to patients requiring FCEs and other clinical reports. To perform and complete administrative functions including record keeping, statistics, participate in various meetings and awareness campaigns. To plan for and participate in internal and external audits and ensure departmental standards and effective service delivery. To participate in the performance 120 management and training and development programs within the department. To supervise junior level staff. To supervise allocated students and learners.
What is the Salary
R397 233 – R454 191 per annum
Location
Provincial Office, Mbombela, (Nelspruit) QUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable). Current registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (2026) (Independent Practice). A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (Independent Practice). Minimum of 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognised Foreign Health Professions and / or the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist (Independent Practice) for foreign qualified employees. Clinical experience in general adult and pediatric assessment and treatment is required. Knowledge in the fields of mental health, vocational rehabilitation, neurology, hand injuries, burns, amputations, developmental delays, etc. is expected. Clinical experience in these fields will be beneficial.
How to Apply
Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za or click the Apply button to submit your application via the portal.
Apply Before:
4/30/2026
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