Package : R 413.121.00 PER ANNUM (PLUS SERVICE BENEFITS)
Requirements :
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Speech Therapy or Speech Therapy & Audiology, registration with the HPCSA, completion of Community service. Current independent practice registration with HPCSA for 2026/2027.
Competencies: Knowledge and skills in assessment and management of speech, language communication, voice and swallowing disorders amongst the adult population. Preference given to candidates who have experience in or exposure to critical care, burns management, neuro-progressive conditions or head and neck cancer management.
Experience with teamwork, planning, organizing, coordination, and communication skills. Ability to make appropriate independent decisions.
Display empathy for patients, promote advocacy, and facilitate holistic treatment. Applicants should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance as an inherent job requirement.
Duties :
To screen, assess and manage patients with speech, language, communication, voice and swallowing disorders in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. Medical pathologies include adult neurology cases (CVA, TBI), tracheostomies, burns, progressive neurological conditions, and head and neck cancer.
To complete daily and monthly statistics and reports. To manage resources effectively. To participate in all departmental and hospital activities.
To work within a multidisciplinary approach including attendance and participation in MDT events.
To communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders regarding patient treatment. To improve professional competence by regular self-evaluation and application of current research information.
To attend scheduled ward rounds and meetings. To refer patients to the appropriate level of care. To comply with quality assurance standards. Management of personnel performance and review thereof (Contracting, Midterm review and final assessment).
Closing Date : 31-07-2026