Clinical preceptor

The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Fort Hare is recruiting one candidate for a Clinical Preceptor position in the Department of Natural and Rehabilitative Sciences (Speech-Language Pathology Program). The contract period is 36 months and is renewable based on performance.

• Administrative duties related to the clinical training program of Speech-Language Pathology and departmental activities.
• Clinical Supervision of students to ensure that they accumulate a variety of clinical hours as stipulated in the HPCSA guidelines.
• Clinical lecturing that involves giving extra tutorials to students, preparing case-based seminars, and having discussions, as well as providing feedback to students and lecturers.
• Assessment of students' performance in all clinical areas.
• Research co - supervision of undergraduate students.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelors degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• A valid professional registration as a Speech Language Therapist with HPCSA.
• At least 2 years clinical practice in the field of speech language therapy post community service.

• Experience in clinical and research supervision.
• Valid drivers license.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant subject fields in Speech Therapy and evidence of on-going practice.
• Independence and evidence of academic and clinical standing in a field of Speech Therapy.
• Working knowledge of computers (Microsoft office, Teams, Zoom etc).
• An ability to lecture or at least must have shared profession-specific knowledge in a group of people.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

VALUES:

Accountability, Equity, Inclusivity, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect, Service Culture, Social Justice, Student Centeredness

REMUNERATION

A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.

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