Tamlyn Shipster
Occupational Therapist | Admin & Tech Support
Salary / Daily rate
Kempton Park, South Africa
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Remote only
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Virtual Assistant & Occupational Therapist with 5+ years combining healthcare expertise and tech-savvy admin skills. Successfully built websites, managed digital systems, and streamlined billing processes while maintaining 100% confidentiality standards. Specialized in WordPress, Canva, Google Workspace with proven ability to optimize workflows and deliver exceptional remote support.
Work experience
Business Owner /Occupational Therapist
Tamlyn Shipster Occupational TherapyFreelance
May 2022 - Present
4 years 6 months
Sitezi, South Africa
- Managed billing, invoicing, and payment tracking for clients. - Communicated with patients via phone and email, coordinated scheduling and home visits. - Built and maintained a website to promote services and attract new clients. - Oversaw medical aid claims, follow-ups, and document submission. - Handled admin tasks like digital filing, quote preparation, and database entry.
Occupational Therapist
rdd campbell associates
Jan 2020 - Jul 2025
5 years 7 months
Sitezi, South Africa
- Created a digital tracking board for team performance indicators. - Used software to manage reports, notes, and billing. - Resolved patient concerns professionally and promptly. - Maintained accurate, confidential patient records.
Community Service Occupational Therapist
Fezi Ngubentombi District Hospital/ Department of Health
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
1 year
Sasolburg, South Africa
- Initiated early childhood intervention clinics. - Helped manage the department and junior staff. - Co-developed treatment guides and resources. - Applied evidence-based research to improve patient care.
Education
University of the Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Science - BS
2015 - 2018
3 years 11 months