Physiotherapy Assistant

Looking for your next move as a Physiotherapy Assistant in Kroonstad? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Free State.

What This Role Involves

The organisation is investing in its Kroonstad operation, and this Physiotherapy Assistant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the health jobs function and contribute to the wider Free State business.

Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Kroonstad team.

Equally, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Kroonstad also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Working in Kroonstad

Kroonstad continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with in the Welkom gold fields. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

Many candidates already living within reach of Kroonstad cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Kroonstad.

Your Team

In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Kroonstad office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Notably, the team mix in Kroonstad reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Daily Duties

• Administer prescribed medications and document treatments accurately
• Monitor vital signs and escalate clinical concerns to the attending clinician
• Support infection prevention and control protocols across the unit
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care
• Assist with admissions, discharges and patient transfers
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and code calls
• Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning

Minimum Requirements

• Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
• Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
• Empathy, integrity and respect for patient dignity
• Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
• Up-to-date immunisations as required by occupational health policy
• Commitment to ongoing CPD and clinical learning

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.