Band7:Locum Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist-London

The role

This role provides clinical cover for general and cardio thoracic critical care units and acute hospital wards. You will provide expert assessment and intervention for patients with dysphagia and communication impairments.

What you will do

• Provide expert assessment and intervention for patients with dysphagia and communication impairments
• Work autonomously to manage caseload
• Deliver specialized care to patients in general and specialist medicine, general surgery, and front door services
• Work with patients who have tracheostomies and are ventilator dependent
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Contribute to the overall improvement of patient outcomes

Required qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Extensive experience in the adult acute setting
• Highly specialist skills in the management of dysphagia and communication impairments
• Experience with patients who have tracheostomies and are ventilator dependent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Nice to have

• Experience/skills in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is desirable

Before you apply

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About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency that focuses on understanding specialties and finding the best opportunities for professionals.