• Reference Number : refs/021887
• Directorate : SPEECH THERAPY AND AUDIOLOGY(ADULT)
• Number of Posts : 3

• Package : R376.524.00PER ANNUM (PLUS SERVICE BENEFITS)
• Enquiries : Dr. Sadna Balton Tel No: (011) 933 0379

Requirements :

• Qualification in Speech Therapy or Speech Therapy & Audiology, registration with the HPCSA for 2024/2025. No experience required after completion of community service. Community Service Speech Therapist/Speech and Audiologist completing their contract on or before 31/12/2024 are encouraged to apply. Competencies/Knowledge and skills: Display competence in the assessment and management of speech, language, communication, voice, and swallowing disorders amongst the adult population in an acute care setting. Should display good communication and collaboration skills and an ability to engage in solution-based problem solving. Candidate should display empathy for patients, promote advocacy and facilitate holistic treatment. Applicants should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance as an inherent job requirement. Candidates who are knowledgeable and have experience/ exposure in adult-neuro rehabilitation, critical care, burns management, head and neck cancer management and neuro-progressive conditions and experience in acute care and within a multidisciplinary will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• To screen, assess and manage speech, language, communication, voice, and swallowing disorders in an inpatient and outpatient acute care setting. To independently work within a multidisciplinary team to assist patients with a variety of medical pathologies including strokes, traumatic brain injuries, tracheostomies, burns, cancer, and progressive degenerative conditions. To comply with all departmental procedures and protocols. To complete monthly statistics and reports. To work within a multidisciplinary approach including attendance and participation in MDT events. To attend scheduled ward rounds and meetings and refer patients to the appropriate levels of care. To communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders regarding patient treatment. To coordinate clinical and nonclinical areas and manage resources appropriately. To participate in all departmental, hospital and provincial activities. To improve professional competence by regular self-learning and reflection and uphold ethical principles. To supervise students and community service therapists. To comply with hospital and departmental quality assurance standards and management of personal performance and review thereof.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za.No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered. Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form/online Z83. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. CHBAH reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 08-11-2024

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.