Contract
Physiotherapist
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About this role
Employer: Faircape
Faircape Health | Somerset WestTokai Physiotherapy (Allied Practice)6-Month Contract
Faircape Health is seeking an experienced Senior Physiotherapist to join our allied practice, Lake M & Associates Physiotherapist branch, Somerset Physiotherapy, based in Somerset West. This is a 6-month contract role suited to a clinically strong individual who is comfortable managing both a clinical and administrative workload within a structured healthcare environment.
Our healthcare division operates world-class sub-acute and long-term care facilities across the Western Cape, providing structured rehabilitation and clinical care within well-supported multidisciplinary environments.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation services while contributing to the operational efficiency of the practice and broader clinical team.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments
* Develop and implement individualised treatment plans aligned to rehabilitation goals
* Attend daily interdisciplinary team meetings
* Attend family meetings
* Manage patient progress, outcomes, and adjustments to treatment plans
* Provide patient and family education on rehabilitation and ongoing care
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation
* Support administrative processes within the practice, including patient coordination and reporting
* Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care delivery
* Ensure adherence to clinical governance, safety, and professional standards
* Contribute to the overall efficiency and structure of the practice
* Assist with the allocation of patient load
* Manage the locum roster
* Meet with referring specialists
* Conduct team meetings
* Conduct incident investigations
Requirements
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy
* HPCSA registered and in good standing
* Valid medical malpractice insurance
Experience & Knowledge
* 7–10 years’ relevant physiotherapy experience
* Strong rehabilitation experience (essential)
* Experience within private practice environments
* Experience in sub-acute or multidisciplinary settings advantageous
* Managerial or supervisory experience advantageous
* Advanced certifications or postgraduate qualifications advantageous
Skills & Attributes
* Strong clinical judgement and patient-centred approach
* Ability to manage both clinical and administrative responsibilities
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Highly organised, structured, and detail-oriented
* Professional, reliable, and accountable
Working Hours
* Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00 (45-minute lunch break)
* One weekend per month (as required)
Specific Requirements:
* Own transport
* Solid and positive references
* Clear criminal record
* Malpractice insurance
*Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.*