CHIEF SPEECH AND AUDIOLOGIST (COORDINATOR) GRADE 1-3

Requirements

Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech Therapist or Speech Therapist and Audiologist. Registration with a professional council: registration with the health professions council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a speech therapist or speech therapist and audiologist an independent practitioner. Proof of current renewal of practice license with HPCSA as a speech therapist or speech therapist and audiologist (dual registration) independent practice. Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a Speech Therapist or Speech Therapist & Audiologist after registering with HPCSA. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Supervisory experience and additional qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage. Computer literate, good communication skills, interpersonal skills. Knowledge in relevant policies, protocols and guidelines. Must be Proactive, innovative and a team player. Team leadership skills.

Duties

Provision of effective and comprehensive assessment and treatment to all patients referred to speech therapy and audiology. Assess, plan and implement treatment methods within the management of all speech therapy and audiology disorders. Sound knowledge of assessment and management of patients with varied medical diagnoses e.g. cerebral palsy/neurological conditions and hearing impairment. Confidential and ethical multidisciplinary approach to treatment of patients. Manage human resources and provide clinical support to junior staff. Provide supervision, clinical support and training to students. Provide supervision and training of university students. Implement and contribute to the proper utilization of allocated financial and physical resources. Safeguard and evaluate status of equipment and infrastructure with a repair and maintenance programme. Perform administrative tasks such as accurate compilation of monthly statistics, clinical audits, report writing, attend and participate in meetings and assist in development and implementation of protocols and policies. Participate in continuous professional development activities. Implement quality assurance policies and develop appropriate quality improvement plans. Attend management meetings and forums. Perform all other allocate duties as delegated by Supervisor/Manager.

Where to send your application

must be submitted electronically via email to: Ntombizini.Matshaya@echealth.gov.za

Enquiries

Ms N. Matshaya Tel no 043 708 2121

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