Speech and Language Therapist
Job in
Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Listing for:
Life Healthcare
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-22
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Speech Pathologist, Rehabilitation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Speech and Language Therapist | Permanent
Function Rehabilitation Facility Position Speech and Language Therapist | Permanent Introduction
A vacancy exists for a Speech and Language Therapist at the acute Rehabilitation Unit at Life Eugene Marais Rehabilitation Ward
, reporting to the Therapy Services Coordinator and will be expected to provide holistic speech and language therapy services to all patients admitted to the rehabilitation unit.
Critical Outputs
Provide speech and language therapy clinical to all patients admitted to Life Rehabilitation Unit, including on some weekends and public holidays.Conduct assessments, plan programmes and administer treatment to patients to patients with neurological disorders such as TBI, CVA, SCI, orthopaedic conditions or multi-morbidity conditions such as Guillain Barre, etc. in collaboration with other therapy disciplines.Assess all Stroke patient’s and other relevant patients swallowing risks upon admission and prior to oral feeds.Work closely with the dietician regarding dietary needs and food consistency.Educate patients and their families about the patient’s condition. Participate in discharge planning and carer training.Contribute to weekly team and family meetings.Keep accurate and timeous records and reports.Effectively respond to queries and handle accordingly.Professional therapy service implementation in accordance with Life Healthcare protocols and procedures.Function effectively as a part of an interdisciplinary team to meet the requirements of quality patient care.Attend and contribute towards Continuous Professional Development activities of the unit.Supervise and train of university students, as required.Promote and maintain sound and productive relationships with referral sources and stakeholders in the field of Rehabilitation.Requirements
Grade 12 National Senior CertificateB degree in Speech and Language Therapy and current HPCSA registration.Experience in hospital-based rehabilitation and ability to work independently, without supervision.Special interest in the treatment of adults with neurological disorders, NDT training an advantageHigh level of competence in dysphagia and tracheostomy management is required.Experience in advanced swallowing investigations an advantage.Commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction.Patient advocacy.Competencies
Attention to detailProblem-solving, analysis and judgementVerbal & written communicationInfluencing skillsPersonal integrityPlanning & OrganisingEthical behaviourAbility to build relationshipsDrive and energyProcess orientationIndependenceConflict managementSelf-management
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