NSSA – National Social Security Authority
DUE: 11 AUG 2023
Job : : Grade 12
Reporting to the Chief Therapist, the successful candidate will ensure early comprehensive and effective provision of medical supportive devices to workers who have sustained work related injuries or diseases in order to improve mobility and function
Key Outputs
Examine interview, and measure patients in order to determine the appliance needs, and to identify factors that could affect appliance fit
Design orthopaedic and prosthetic devices based on prescriptions, examinations and measurements of patients
Construct and fabricate appliances or supervise other who are constructing the appliances
Repair rebuild and modify prosthetic and orthopaedic appliances
Fit, test and evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort
Make and modify plaster casts of areas that will be fitted with prostheses or orthoses, for use in the device construction process
Maintains patients records
Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses
Confer with the doctor and therapists in order to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic devices
Advice and or select on the materials and components to be used ins constructing and fabricating prostheses and appliances
Ensure effective usage of supplies within approved budget plan
Train and supervise orthopaedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians, and other support staff
Research new ways to construct and use orthopedic and prosthetic devices
REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics
3-5 years experience
Class 4 Driver’s licence
Key Competencies and Characteristics
Very good Counselling skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to influence others
Excellent negotiation skills
Computer literacy
TO APPLY
Those interested in pursuing this opportunity should either hand deliver their applications with CVs and certified copies of professional qualifications to :
NSSA House
Cnr Sam Nujoma (2nd Street/Selous Avenue)
Harare
Or alternatively post their applications to
The Deputy Director – Human Resources
National Social Security Authority
PO Box CY 1387
Causeway
Harare
To reach not later than close of business on Friday 11th August 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted