Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

The role

This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing adults with communication and swallowing disorders within acute inpatient services. You will deliver evidence-based interventions for patients with dysphagia, acquired communication disorders, cognitive-communication difficulties, and neurological conditions.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults presenting with communication and swallowing disorders within acute inpatient services.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions for patients with dysphagia, acquired communication disorders, cognitive-communication difficulties, and neurological conditions.
• Undertake comprehensive swallowing assessments and provide appropriate management plans.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including medical staff, nursing teams, dietitians, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists.
• Participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and discharge planning meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
• Provide advice, education, and support to patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to service development initiatives and support junior colleagues.

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• Current HCPC registration.
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Previous experience working within adult acute inpatient services.
• Experience managing patients with dysphagia and complex communication needs.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

About the company

Pulse provides a personalised recruitment experience and ongoing support throughout placements with access to exclusive roles across the UK.