Speech-Language Pathologist (Pediatric Focus)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

CPD opportunities

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Hybrid work model

Access to diagnostic and therapeutic资源

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join a leading pediatric therapy team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will conduct assessments and deliver individualized therapy to children with speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing disorders, both in-clinic and via remote sessions.

You will collaborate with families and other healthcare professionals to develop home programs and monitor progress, staying current with best practices and reporting outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from accredited institution.
• Registered with HPCSA as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• 3–5 years of pediatric clinical experience.
• Experience assessing and treating articulation, language delays, autism spectrum disorders, feeding difficulties.
• Strong diagnostic skills and documentation proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal and counseling skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with electronic health records.
• Hybrid work adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments of speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing.
• Develop and implement individualized evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide direct speech and language therapy services through individual and group sessions.
• Educate families on communication strategies and home programs.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, therapists, educators, and other professionals.
• Maintain confidential client records and progress notes.
• Stay current with research and best practices in speech-language pathology.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and assistive communication devices.
• Advocate for clients within family, school, and community settings.

Skills

Pediatric focus

Interpersonal skills

Documentation proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading multidisciplinary therapy center in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services to children with a wide range of communication disorders. You will work closely with families and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at improving speech, language, and swallowing abilities. This position operates on a hybrid model, requiring regular on-site sessions with pediatric clients and collaboration with the team, balanced with remote responsibilities such as report writing, treatment planning, and virtual consultations with families. We are looking for a motivated SLP who is passionate about pediatric care and eager to contribute to the well-being of children in the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing disorders in pediatric clients.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Provide direct speech and language therapy services through individual and group sessions.
• Educate and counsel families and caregivers on communication strategies and home programming.
• Collaborate effectively with pediatricians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records, including assessment reports, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Stay current with the latest research, techniques, and best practices in speech-language pathology.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Utilize various diagnostic tools, therapeutic techniques, and assistive communication devices.
• Advocate for the communication needs of clients within the family, educational, and community settings.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Registered as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience, with a significant focus on pediatric populations.
• Proven experience in assessing and treating a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders (e.g., articulation disorders, language delays, autism spectrum disorder, feeding difficulties).
• Strong diagnostic skills and proficiency in using relevant assessment tools.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills for working with children and their families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records and other relevant technology.
• Adaptability to a hybrid work schedule, effectively managing both in-clinic and remote duties.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR , commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other statutory benefits.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development, including workshops and specialized training.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary work environment in Nelspruit .
• Hybrid work flexibility, allowing for a balance between patient-facing and administrative tasks.
• Access to a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic resources.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• The opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children and families in Mpumalanga .