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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Physiotherapist Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS121/2024
  Bothasig CDC, Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure: CD MHS
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPSA) as a Physiotherapist.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Experience working with community health initiatives as part of Community Orientated Primary Care practice. Appropriate clinical physiotherapeutic skills in assessment and treatment of patients. Ability in assessing and issuing Mobility Assistive Devices. Ability to function within a multi-disciplinary team setting, to be flexible and to work independently. Good problem solving, conflict resolution, interpersonal, good communication skills (written and verbal), leadership and organizational skills. Computer literate in MS Office (Excel, Word and Power point) and MS Outlook.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist in respect of RSA employees. One-year relevant experience after registration as a Physiotherapist with a recognised foreign HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A Minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration in as a Physiotherapist with a recognised foreign HPCSA in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration as a Physiotherapist with a recognised foreign HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration as a Physiotherapist with the HPCSA in respect with RSA qualified employees. A Minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration as a Physiotherapist with a recognised foreign HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in SA.
 
Enquiries:
Ms. C. Lloyd Tel:(021) 818 0940.
 
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 to register 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 in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Physiotherapist posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Registration with the Health Professions Council:
Registration with the HPSCA as Physiotherapist.
 
Duties (key result areas/ outputs):
Responsible for the rendering of clinical physiotherapy services in various clinical areas. Assist the manager in the strategic planning process of the Physiotherapy Department. Perform duties in line with the department’s operational plans. Mentor Physiotherapist on a more junior level. Effective utilization of physical and human resources in a clinical area and co-ordinate all relevant administrative activities regarding the patient’s clinical area. Assist with relevant research activities. Assist to the CHC’s in the area where needed.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to perform overtime and on-call duties. Willingness to be involved in research projects at the institution. Willing to rotate within the Sub- structure due to operational needs.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 376 524-R 430 512 per annum, Grade 2: R439 755-R501 630 per annum, Grade 3: R 515 785- R623 229 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 10/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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