Job Requirements
National Senior Certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, Speech Therapy or Speech therapy and Audiology that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Speech Therapist or Speech Therapist and Audiologist (dual registration) as 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 will be required prior or on the interview date. Knowledge, skills and Competencies required: Sound knowledge of relevant legislation guiding the provision of clinical health care in the public sector. I.e. Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Patients’ Rights 111 Charter, Batho Pele principles, Ministerial priorities, Ideal Hospitals Realisation Framework, etc. Good communication skills, Report writing skills, problem- solving and decision-making, and computer skills. Ability to work in a multi- disciplinary environment. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
Duties
Assess, plan and implement Speech Therapy treatment methods within the speech therapy service and other allocated areas of work, including cerebral palsy management. Perform administrative tasks such as accurate compilation of monthly statistics, clinical audits, report writing, attend and participate in meetings and assist in the development and implementation of protocols and policies. Provide mentorship and guidance to community service therapists and students. Implement a erral system and ensure accurate record-keeping standards and quality assurance requirements. Participate in the skills development programme of the Department of Health. Assist in safeguarding and evaluating the status of equipment and infrastructure with a repair and maintenance programme, as well as stock control management. Contribute towards planning, budgeting, procurement processes and exercise control of expenditure within your departmental cost centre. Support the supervisor in all transformative changes and additional supervisory tasks as needed. Assist in the provision of high-quality Speech Therapy service through the development and implementation of appropriate systems, protocols, quality assurance programs and internal controls. Market and promote Speech Therapy services and contribute towards research and training.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R397 233 – R454 191 per annum, (OSD) Grade 2: R463 941 – R529 221 per annum, (OSD) Grade 3: R543 099 – R657 507 per annum, (OSD)
Location
Buffalo City Metro, Frere Tertiary Hospital
How to Apply
Applications are submitted via one of the following options on https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/ which is available 24/7 and closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, send an email with your ID Number, your profile email address, details of the issue to: RecruitmentHeadOffice.gov.za (NB: For technical glitches only – No CVs). Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursd
Apply Before:
28 November 2025
ReferenceNo:
ECHEALTH/SPE-