Physiotherapist I C1 (x2 Positions) – Botswana Defence Force
Job Description
VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2 OF 2024
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
The Botswana Defence Force is looking to employ suitably qualified Non-Uniformed Personnel for the following positions:
PHYSIOTHERAPIST I C1 X2 – TENABLE AT SSKB AND 2 MILITARY GARRISON (FRANCISTOWN)
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy or Physical therapy from an accredited University
Experience: Four (4) years’ relevant work experience, two (2) years of which should have been served as Physiotherapist II at C2 salary scale.
Salary scale: C1 (P174,672– P207,792) per annum
Leave: 30 working days per annum
Certification: Membership with Botswana Health Professions Council is mandatory and must be licensed to practice.
Benefits:
a. Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% while Employee pays 50%)
b. Contributory Pension Scheme (Government pays 15% while Employee pays 5%)
c. Housing and Upkeep Allowance of P309.00 per month
d. Scarce Skill Allowance of 15% of basic monthly salary
Job purpose: Monitor the provision of evidence-based physiotherapy practice and rehabilitation in the BDF.
Job Duties and Responsibility
a. Recommend the Installation of Mechanical aids and modification of physical barriers to patients in the BDF.
b. Rehabilitate patients though use of manual therapy, electro-physical modalities and exercises.
c. Conduct assessment, diagnose and treatment of referred patients.
d. Assist Junior staff with complex cases.
e. Train care-givers on home program.
f. Update Junior colleagues about the latest development within physiotherapy through literature review.
Key Competencies:
a. Customer Service delivery
b. Effective Oral communication
c. Working as a Team
d. Analysis and problem solving
e. Action Oriented
f. Ensuring High Ethical Principles & Values
g. Developing and applying technical Expertise
NB: All applicants should include the following information:
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Certified true copies of academic certificate(s), transcript(s) and at least two (2) work related references (not more than 6 months old).
Certified true copy of National Identity Card.
Where applicable proof of registration with relevant professional/governing body
Also indicate; Date of first appointment, present post and date of appointment thereto.
Applicants from serving Government Departments should be routed through the employees Permanent Secretary/ Heads of Departments. Applications not so routed will not be considered.
Closing date: 29th February 2024
Applicants should be addressed to,
The Commander
Botswana Defence Force
Civilian Personnel Registry
Private Bag X06
Gaborone
NB: No hand deliveries will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
For further information, Contact Recruitment Division at 3663093, 3663394, 3662716 or 3663167.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded
