PRODUCTION SPEECH THERAPIST /AUDIOLOGIST

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 398 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Pretoria is seeking a Production Speech Therapist/Audiologist to assess and treat patients with communication and hearing impairments. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and HPCSA registration. Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment with assistive devices, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. This position offers a competitive salary of R397 233 per annum plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits included

Qualifications

• Must hold a four-year degree in Speech Therapy & Audiology.
• Registered with HPCSA as an Independent practitioner.
• Experience in electrophysiology is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with communication and hearing impairments.
• Treat patients using assistive devices based on assessment results.
• Liaise with a multidisciplinary team regarding patient care.

Skills

Assessment of communication impairments

Experience with assistive devices

Electrophysiology knowledge

Education

Four-year degree in Speech Therapy & Audiology

Registration with HPCSA

Job description

Position Overview

PRODUCTION SPEECH THERAPIST / AUDIOLOGIST

• Reference Number: REFS/023820
• Directorate: SPEECH THERAPY & AUDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
• Number of Posts: 2
• Package: R 397 233.00 PER ANNUM (PLUS BENEFITS)
• Enquiries: MS. A NTLATLENG Tel No: [phone]

Location & Contact

Employer: Department of Health

Location: Kalafong Tertiary Hospital

Qualifications

• Four (4) year degree in Speech Therapy & Audiology or a four‑year degree in Audiology.
• Registration with HPCSA as an Independent practitioner (Speech Therapist & Audiologist or Audiologist).
• Experience in electrophysiology is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Assessment of patients with communication and hearing impairments through diagnostic audiometry; Screening patients using a combination of tests including otoscopic examination, AABR, tympanometry, reflexes and screening OAE; Treatment of patients using assistive devices based on assessment results, including fitting hearing aids in theatre.

Refer all patients who require further management such as cochlear implants or BAHAs. Manage the audiology department alongside the chief therapist. Supervise junior staff and students. Liaise with multidisciplinary team as needed. Manage department stock (assistive devices, batteries and other consumables). Compile audiology reports on services and patients. Participate in employee surveillance through hearing screening. Market services regularly. Maintain quality assurance in the department. Maintain personal growth through CPD. Liaise with stakeholders regarding services and patient care. Assist STA assistants to develop, maintain and monitor the newborn hearing screening. Develop the diagnostic ABR clinic and assess patients both in the clinic and theatre settings.

Application Process & EEO

All applications must be submitted online only. Applications not submitted online will be disqualified. The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, a recently updated CV, registration certificate with HPCSA, and proof of current registration. Disqualified candidates will not be contacted further.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post.

Closing Date

24‑10‑2025