• Reference Number : refs/021079
• Directorate : THERAPEUTIC SERVICES (SPEECH THERAPY)
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 545.262.00 PER ANNUM (PLUS BENEFITS)
• Enquiries : : Dr Sadna Balton (011) 933 0379

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Speech Therapy and/or Speech therapy and Audiology. A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in either paediatric or adult critical care as well as complex dysphagia assessment and management in special populations such as tracheostomised and ventilated patients, burns survivors, neonatal populations, patients with head and neck cancer or trauma and complex neurological cases. Should also display clinical competence in managing general medical and neurological conditions within the acute hospital setting as well as objective dysphagia assessments. Should have experience working within a multidisciplinary team and an interest in conducting research. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in coordinating clinical services. Experience in mentorship and supervision of students and community service clinicians. COMPETENCIES/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Knowledge of relevant Public Service regulations, policies, acts and procedures. Ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills (verbal and written), compliance with budgeting, Quality assurance, National Core Standards, Ideal Hospital Tool, Health and Safety and Infection Control principles and procedures. Procurement procedures and knowledge of relevant tenders. Research, supervision, and development of staff and services.

Duties :

• To be responsible for the management of a section of speech therapy services, including the implementation and review of evidence-based protocols and procedures, regular clinical monitoring of service provision and the ongoing development of services. Reportable to the Assistant Director of Speech Therapy and Audiology. Appropriate budgeting and demand plan generation, excellent teamwork, and conflict management skills. Be able to appropriately guide and mentor team members and clinical co-ordinators in areas of speech therapy. Identifying training needs of team members and implementing a skills development programme. To work within a multidisciplinary team, within professional boundaries. To ensure that clinical resources are maintained according to protocols and accreditation standards, including infection control and maintenance of consumables. Provide input for Speech therapy policy planning and implementation. To supervise, develop, train, and monitor the performance of team members in all aspects of service delivery whilst adhering to Batho Pele Principles, Ideal Hospital Monitoring Tool and National Core Standards, Quality Assurance and other Public Service policies and acts. Manage conflict and implement corrective measures and all governing departmental policies. Collect, monitor, and analyse data that pertains to areas of clinical coordination and service expansion within the hospital. Ensure compliance with HPCSA Legislation. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, reviews and final assessment).

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. 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 : 19-08-2024

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.