Speech Therapist

Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the Speech and Audiology profession, registration with the (HPCSA) in the Speech and Audiology, completion of Community Service. Current independent practice registration with HPCSA for 2026/2027. Foreigner: 1-year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA in the Speech and Audiology profession in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa. Competencies: Knowledge and Skills in Speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders amongst the neonatal and paediatric population.

Preference given to candidates who have experience in or exposure to acute Paediatric care, Paediatric neurology, VFFS/MBS, Alternative Augmentative Communication (Low and High Tech), patients with Tracheostamies and PEG management. Knowledge of the Public Service Act Regulations. Public Financial Management Act. Quality Assurance. Labour relations, Disciplinary and Conflict Management Procedures. Skills: Communication (written and verbal). Interpersonal and Listening skills. Ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment. Ability to work as a team member, planning, organising, coordinating, literacy, and problem solving independently. Promote advocacy, skills in computer and interest in research.

Duties

To conduct adult and paediatric speech, language, communication and feeding procedures in accordance with the best practice guideline. Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with a variety of medical pathologies (neonatal encephalopathy, burns, neurological and gastrointestinal conditions, and progressive degenerative pathologies) independently and within a multidisciplinary team setting and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Planning and problem solving appropriately, providing education and counselling to patients, families, caregivers and the public. Selecting, issuing and training on the appropriate use of assistive devices. Documenting patient information, attending ward rounds, and multidisciplinary team meetings and events.

To comply with all hospital and departmental procedures and protocols: managing resources appropriately, contributing to service evaluation and improvement, implementing new services, monthly statistical reports, maintaining personal growth (CPD), and participation in all departmental, cluster, hospital and provincial activities, record keeping and student supervision and compliance with Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly reviews and final assessments).

Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed.

“If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, and reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment.

Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory; however, it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer

Department of Health

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date

16-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the Speech and Audiology profession? Do you have registration with the (HPCSA) in the Speech and Audiology, completion of Community Service? Do you have current independent practice registration with HPCSA for 2026/2027? 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.