- Company
- Limpopo Department of Health
- Location
- Limpopo
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- Grade 1: R413 121 per annum Grade 2: R482 499 per annum plus 12% of basic salary PSCBC Rural Allowance.
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026 (3 days left)
About this post
The Limpopo Department of Health is looking for 3 people for the post of Occupational Therapist: Grade 1 – 2 in WF Knobel Hospital (X 1 Post) Botlokwa Hospital (X1 Post) Tshilidzini Hospital (X 1 Post). It is a permanent post, paying Grade 1: R413 121 per annum Grade 2: R482 499 per annum plus 12% of basic salary PSCBC Rural Allowance..
Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Qualifications and Experience: A National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/Matric plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist.
- Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist.
- Experience for Grade 1: None after registration with the Health Professions Council [HPCSA] as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience for Grade 2: Minimum of ten [10] years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration with the Health Professions Council [HPCSA] as Occupational Therapist.
- Computer literacy including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Literacy in virtual meeting platforms.
- A valid driver's license except for people with disabilities.
- Knowledge And Skills: Candidate should have a sound knowledge of general Occupational Therapy principles.
- Candidates should have a sound knowledge and application of clinical theory, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
- Adhere to provincial, hospital and departmental policies, procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of public service legislation, PFMA, policies and procedure.
- Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, strategic planning, organizational skills, leadership qualities and supervisory skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
What you’ll do
- Render Occupational Therapy services that comply with standards and Norms in the hospital and community setting.
- Candidate will be expected to render Occupational Therapy service in adherence to the scope of practice and health protocols.
- Render effective patient centered Occupational Therapy services in the hospital, community and outreach services to schools, ECD centres, special schools and old age homes.
- Compilation of daily and monthly statistics and reports using available departmental tools.
- Participate in Continuous professional development.
- Carry out delegated duties by supervisor or manager.
- Participate in student training and supervision.
- Participate in Quality Assurance Audits.
- Exercise care with all consumables and equipment.
- Manage allocated Resources.
- Participate in promoting and marketing Occupational Therapy.
- ENQUIRI ES : General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Ms Hlokoa RE Tel No: (015) 293 6406, Ms Mompei MM Tel No: (015) 293 6126 / Ms Sebake RL Tel No: (015) 293 6426, Ms Sebola MF Tel No: (015) 293 6002 and Ms Mothiba JT Tel No: (015) 293 6329 during office hours.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: The circular of advertised vacant posts will be posted on the following websites: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/, www.ldoh.gov.za, www.dpsa.gov.za and Provincial Department social media. Applicants must apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/
Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
NB: Ensure that you read the conditions and requirements of the post before you apply. Failure to comply with the instructions below will result in your application being disqualified. By applying, it is understood that you agree to the conditions and requirements of the post. Applicants are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for vacant posts in the Department of Health. Applications should include a fully completed new Z83 form obtainable from any government institution or at www.dpsa.gov.za and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae [CV]. Completion of Z83 Application Form: Online applications must include the only Curriculum Vitae [CV] in PDF as attachment. Zipped ,IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed up by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full except the following: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. If an applicant responded “No” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? Then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate ‘not applicable’ or leave blank to the question. If yes (provide detail), “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interest?”. Applicants may leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV)” or “see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application for employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to the conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered however applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section as it is intended for those seeking re-employment. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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