Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist - Barnet

The role

This Locum Speech and Language Therapist will join an adult community team in Barnet. You will conduct initial and follow-up assessments for patients with dysphagia in homes and nursing homes.

What you will do

• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments for patients with dysphagia in homes and nursing homes
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide interventions for adult patients with swallowing difficulties and communication disorders
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams
• Liaise with family members and carers to support treatment and care plans
• Deliver follow-up assessments remotely when appropriate
• Keep accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Participate in team meetings and supervision sessions
• Adhere to professional and ethical standards of practice

Required qualifications

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist
• Extensive experience in dysphagia management, particularly within the adult community setting
• Valid UK driving license and access to a car
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to remote working for follow-up assessments when required
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)

Nice to have

• Previous experience in a locum or community-based role is desirable

Before you apply

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
• We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care perso

About the company

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