Occupational Therapist (Medico-Legal)

SUMMARY:
Occupational Therapist – Medicolegal Role
We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist with a strong background in medicolegal assessments. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating individuals and providing expert opinions regarding their functional abilities, limitations, and rehabilitation potential following an injury or accident.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

• Matric.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution in South Africa.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Qualified in WorkWell Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE).
• At least 2 years of experience within Medico-Legal.
• Strong clinical skills in assessing, evaluating, and treating individuals with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial limitations.
• Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Assessment and Evaluation

• Assess the impact of injuries or disabilities on daily life and functional abilities.

Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)

• Conduct FCEs to assess physical, cognitive, and psychological abilities.
• Determine task performance and return-to-work capabilities post-injury.

Medical Record Review

• Analyse medical records, diagnostics, and treatment plans.
• Provide professional opinions and recommendations based on history, current condition, and prognosis.

Report Writing

• Compile concise and objective reports summarising evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations.

Expert Testimony

• Offer expert testimony in legal proceedings, including depositions and trials, on evaluation findings and the impact of injuries on occupational functioning.

Information Gathering

• Collect and review information from various sources for medico-legal cases.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation.

Research and Continuing Education

• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the occupational therapy and medicolegal fields.
• Engage in ongoing education and research to support medico-legal cases with credible evidence.

Ethics and Confidentiality

• Adhere to legal and ethical guidelines, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate records and securely manage evidence throughout the medico-legal process.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 21 February 2025, however, applications will be accepted until 14 March 2025.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your application and will do our best to respond to each applicant. However, should you not hear from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your details on our database for future opportunities.

PoPI Act:
Marvel Placement Consultants adheres to the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (PoPIA). Section 9 of PoPIA states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.”

 

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