Work-Force
A Physiotherapy Assistant is needed in Barberton. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the Mpumalanga operation.
Overview
This Physiotherapy Assistant role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Barberton. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the health jobs pipeline across Mpumalanga.
The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Barberton team on trust, and the Physiotherapy Assistant role will feel that from week one.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Physiotherapy Assistant is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
Working in Barberton
Barberton continues to grow as an employment hub in Mpumalanga, with on the Nelspruit gateway to Mozambique. 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.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Barberton, Mpumalanga.
Many candidates already living within reach of Barberton cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Mpumalanga, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Mpumalanga.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Barberton.
Meet the Team
On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Barberton office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Mpumalanga operations get busy.
Notably, the team mix in Barberton reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Your Role
- Administer prescribed medications and document treatments accurately
- Assist with admissions, discharges and patient transfers
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care
- Operate and care for clinical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and code calls
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with SANC and POPIA
- Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment
- Liaise with medical aids and process pre-authorisations where required
Essential Criteria
- Proven clinical experience appropriate to the level advertised
- Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
- Relevant clinical qualification from a recognised institution
- Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
- Current registration with SANC or relevant professional body
- Clear criminal record verified through approved screening
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.