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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Speech Therapist Grade 1 to 3 (Sessional) (20 hours per week) (3-year Contract)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: RHS26/2025
  George Regional Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualifications:
Appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as either a Speech Therapist and Audiologist or Speech therapist.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Availability to work flexible hours if necessary.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Operating Theatre.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist. One-year relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist. A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Speech Therapist OR Speech Therapist and Audiologist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa.
 
Enquiries:
Ms SJ Van Wyngaard, tel. no. (044) 802-4472
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Speech Therapist posts within George Regional Hospital, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide effective speech therapy service for in- and outpatients by assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients within a multidisciplinary team. Providing education and counselling to patients, family and caregivers. Monitoring and reviewing progress. Documenting patient information, patient statistics. Attending ward rounds, discussion, meeting with the multidisciplinary team. Liaising and referring appropriately. Contributing to service development by monitoring, evaluating and co-ordinating existing services, identifying departmental needs, managing waiting lists, participating in implementing new services and developing management protocols for improved patient care. Assist with management of departmental resources.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as either a Speech Therapist and Audiologist or Speech therapist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 248 per hour, Grade 2: R 290 per hour, Grade 3: R 340 per hour
 
Starting Date:
2/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 2/28/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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