Therapy Manager Acute Rehab - Durban Verfied

Salary Negotiable Durban, Kwazulu-Natal Durban, Kwazulu-Natal more than 14 days ago 12-03-2025 8:25:44 AM
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Therapy Manager at our Acute Rehabilitation Centre. This role will involve overseeing and coordinating the delivery of high-quality therapy services and managing resources within the unit to ensure exceptional patient care.
If you are passionate about driving excellence in therapy services then we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the therapy team to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality therapy services.
• Ensure the competence and ongoing development of staff members.
• Promote customer satisfaction by addressing complaints, conducting quality care rounds, and implementing continuous improvements.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks within the unit.
• Effectively manage the unit's financial resources, including equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate the weekly therapy team meetings and actively participate in weekly management and bi-monthly rehabilitation meetings.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with doctors and external stakeholders.

Requirements:
• A relevant health professional qualification (NQF Level 7).
• A postgraduate qualification in Management or a relevant Master's Degree would be an advantage.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a therapist.
• Compulsory Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 3-5 yrs Clinical therapy expertise in an acute hospital setting.
• Previous experience in managing a therapy unit is preferred.
• Proven ability to resolve conflicts and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Skilled in compiling and reviewing clinical reports for medical funders (including admission, progress, and discharge reports).
• Experience in liaising with stakeholders and medical funders is essential.

To align and achieve the target of the company’s EE plan, preference will be given to African Male or Female.