Overview
Speech and Language Therapist Jobs in Kensington, South Africa at Life Healthcare
Location: Kensington
Function Rehabilitation Facility Position Speech and Language Therapist Introduction
Job Title
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Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Life Rehabilitation Unit at Life New Kensington Clinic
Reporting Line: Therapy Services Coordinator
Job Summary: Providing holistic speech and language therapy services for 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
B degree in Speech and Language Therapy and current HPCSA registration.
At least 3-5 years’ 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 advantage
High 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 detail
Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Verbal & written communication
Influencing skills
Personal integrity
Planning & Organising
Ability to build relationships
Drive and energy
Process orientation
Independence
Conflict management
Self-management
Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Company: Life Healthcare
Location: Kensington, South Africa
Category: Healthcare (Speech Pathologist)
