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A job opportunity

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.
 
Chief Speech Therapist: Grade 1
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: TBH64/2021
   Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as a Speech therapist after registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner.
 
Requirement:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech Therapist.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Assessment and management of in- and outpatients (adult and paediatric with speech, language and/or swallowing disorders. Departmental and personal administration. Assist with initiation, implementation and reviewing of clinical protocols and policies. Assist in planning and management of a comprehensive tertiary level speech therapy service. Assist with management of physical, financial and human resources. Training and supervision of staff and students within allocated area of responsibility. Interdepartmental liaison to ensure effective multidisciplinary service delivery. Continuing professional development of self and others. Undertake and participate in appropriate research and investigations in area of work.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of and competency in procedures for the identification, assessment and management of all person with speech, language, voice, fluency, feeding and swallowing disorders, as appropriate for an academic, multidisciplinary hospital setting. Knowledge of and competency in special diagnostic procedures for in- depth assessment of the above disorders, within an area of speciality. Experience in human resource management and supervision. Teaching and presentation skills. Knowledge of and skills in research project planning and implementation. Fluency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
Enquiries:
Ms J Birkenstock, tel. no. (021) 938-4825/4817
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Speech Therapist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 466 119- R 517 326 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/3/2021 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: 10/1/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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