Physiotherapy Technician
Kwazulu Natal Department Of Health
- Salary (as advertised)
- R279 870 – R317 880 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This is for a Physiotherapy Technician position (Reference No: UMG 16/2026, X1 Post) with the Kwazulu Natal Department Of Health, based at Umgeni Specialized Psychiatric Hospital in Howick. The salary offered is Grade 1: R279 870 - R317 880 per annum. Other benefits include a 13th cheque, Medical Aid, and Housing Allowance (optional, employee must meet prescribed requirements). **What you will do** * Provide a limited Physiotherapy service to Mental Health Care Users according to physiotherapy professional standards of practice and within scope of practice. * Conduct basic assessments, carry out treatment in consultation with a registered Physiotherapist and provide feedback regarding patient progress. * Educate and train patients on use of assistive devices. * Assist physiotherapists with treatment sessions and preparing treatment areas. * Be responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of physical resources, assist with monthly stock take, assist in maintaining a neat and organized stockroom. * Perform administrative functions as directed by supervisor. * Ensure daily capturing of statistics of own caseload and timeous submission to supervisor. * Compile reports as required. * Assist with relevant clinics as delegated. * Participate in health promotion and education and in-service training at institutional and community level. * Participate in activities directed at improving the quality of physiotherapy service delivery including audits and implementation of QIPs. * Participate in monthly departmental meetings. * Serve as a physiotherapy representative on various relevant committees as allocated by supervisor. * Ensure attendance of relevant training to obtain the number of CEUs determined by HPCSA to ensure continued HPCSA membership and to ensure personal and professional growth and development. * Maintain healthy professional relationships with clients and staff. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Standard 8 (Grade 10). * Physiotherapy Assistant diploma Physiotherapy Technician upgrade or 2-year Physiotherapy Technician diploma. * HPCSA registration as a Physiotherapy Technician. * Knowledge And Skills: Sound knowledge of all facets of physiotherapy related policies and practices as well as other relevant hospital and Department of Health policies and practices, sound knowledge of HPCSA guidelines and Code of Conduct. * Sound knowledge of clinical Physiotherapy theory, practice and ethics, therapeutic procedures and use of therapeutic equipment. * Knowledge of the condition and treatment of Intellectual Disability with associated physical disabilities. * Good clinical skills in Physiotherapy within basic scope of practice as a Physiotherapy Technician. * Good verbal and written communication skills, time management and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work under pressure and within limited resources. * Special ability to interact with patients with intellectual disability and associated physical disabilities and behavioural problems. * Basic ability to co-ordinate, plan and organize with minimal guidance. * Willing to learn and develop, open to correction and guidance. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates should possess a Standard 8 (Grade 10) qualification along with either a Physiotherapy Assistant diploma with a Physiotherapy Technician upgrade or a 2-year Physiotherapy Technician diploma. Applicants must have HPCSA registration as a Physiotherapy Technician. Candidates should demonstrate sound knowledge of physiotherapy policies, practices, HPCSA guidelines, clinical theory, and treatment of Intellectual Disability with associated physical disabilities. The role requires good clinical, verbal and written communication, time management, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure and with limited resources. A special ability to interact with patients with intellectual disability and associated physical disabilities and behavioural problems is essential. Candidates should also have a basic ability to coordinate, plan, and organize with minimal guidance, and be willing to learn, develop, and accept correction and guidance. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. **Deadline** 17 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-health-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-umg-16-2026 Source: govpage
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