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    Speech Therapist (Grade 1–3)

    Job Details

    • Position: Speech Therapist (Grade 1–3)

    • Reference Number: H/S/1/2026

    • Location: Universitas Academic Hospital, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

    • Salary:

      • Grade 1: R397,233 – R454,191 per annum

      • Grade 2: R466,941 – R529,221 per annum

      • Grade 3: R543,099 – R657,507 per annum

    • Benefits: 13th cheque, housing allowance, optional medical aid

    • Application Method: Online (Free State Department of Health e-Recruitment)

     Job Overview

    The Speech Therapist provides assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for patients with speech, language, and communication disorders. This role includes conducting examinations, developing therapy programs, coordinating services, and promoting Speech Therapy within the hospital.

    The position is suitable for early-career to highly experienced practitioners depending on the grade.

     Job Description

    Speech Therapists assess patients with speech or communication difficulties, provide rehabilitation programs, make referrals, and monitor progress. They also coordinate therapy services, supervise equipment and consumables, and ensure multidisciplinary collaboration.

     Key Responsibilities

     Clinical Assessment & Therapy

    • Examine patients with speech and communication problems using tests and special equipment

    • Compile assessment reports and make referrals as needed

    • Provide rehabilitation programs including counselling and guidance

    • Assess patients with conditions like cleft palate, delayed speech, language development delays, or neurological disorders

     Patient Follow-up & Monitoring

    • Conduct follow-up consultations to monitor patient progress

    • Assess and treat patients whose speech or language has been affected by surgery, disease, or brain injury

     Service Promotion & Administration

    • Coordinate and promote Speech Therapy services within the hospital

    • Safeguard and manage all consumables and equipment

    • Ensure multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration

     Minimum Requirements

     Qualifications & Registration

    • Grade 12

    • Appropriate qualification in Speech Therapy or Speech Therapy & Audiology recognized by SAQA

    • Current registration with HPCSA as an Independent Speech Therapy Practitioner or Speech Therapy & Audiology (2026/2027)

    • Valid driver’s license

     Experience

    • Grade 1: No experience post-registration

    • Grade 2: Minimum 10 years post-registration experience

    • Grade 3: Minimum 20 years post-registration experience

     Knowledge & Skills

    • Good knowledge of clinical theory, practice, and ethics in Speech Therapy

    • Computer literacy

    • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills

     Enquiries

    • Contact Person: Me Q Nldela

    • Tel: (051) 405 3261

     How to Apply

    Apply online via:
     https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

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