• Reference Number : refs/056015
• Directorate : Speech Therapy
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : Grade 1: R273.00 per hour Grade 2: R318.00 per hour Grade 3: R373.00 per hour
• Enquiries : Ms. K Photoane: 011 812 8300

Requirements :

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12). Relevant degree: 4 years Bachelor in Speech Therapy. Completed Community Service. Registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent practitioner Proof of annual renewal. Computer literacy (MS excel, word, PowerPoint & outlook). The candidate should be a dynamic individual who adapts well to change and should be able to work independently within the multidisciplinary team and under pressure. The candidate should be able to manage the required subsections, as well as supervise and mentor students and community service staff. Sound knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnosis, and management of communication and feeding conditions with evidence based practice. Should be willing to rotate within allocated areas within the hospital (paediatrics & adults) and offer professional and effective services as per delegated responsibilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong planning, organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to identify departmental needs as well as monitor, evaluate and coordinate existing services and to engage in solution-focused problem-solving and service development initiatives. Appropriate clinical experience in a hospital setting will be advantageous

Duties :

• To provide clinical Speech therapy services to both in and outpatients. Training of other health professionals, Community Service Staff and students. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care. Maintain accurate clinical records, statistics and reports in accordance with departmental and legislative requirements. Participate in the development of management protocols for improved patient care. Execute all patient and departmental related administrative tasks including data compilation, stock management and submission of required reports. Co-ordinate, supervise and effectively plan relevant education activities and health calendar campaigns. Actively attend relevant meetings as well as take part in hospital activities and committees. Participate and contribute towards quality assurance activities as well as active engagement in resource acquiring, management and allocation. Administer Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) and evaluation of junior level staff.

Notes :

• Prospective applications must please use the new Z83 which is effective from 1st of January 2021 form and it must be fully completed. Curriculum Vitae with a detailed description of duties and names of two referees who are current/ Previous supervisors. The communication from the HR department of the institution regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. You have to be contacted within Three (3) months after the closing date if your application is suitable. It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA. The Gauteng Department of health supports the appointment of persons with disabilities. Suitable candidates will be subjected to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Medical Surveillance as required in the Hazardous Biological Agents (HBA) and Hazardous Chemical Substance (HCS) Regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Verification of qualification and registration to professional bodies, reference, financial information and criminal record check. No telephonic interview will be allowed unless there is a valid considerate reason for it. No faxed or emailed application will be considered. Applications must be submitted strictly online on www.gautengonline.gov.za. No hand Delivery at. PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : FAR EAST RAND HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 14-08-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.