Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will assess, diagnose, and treat adults with communication and swallowing disorders associated with neurological conditions. You will work within a multidisciplinary community team to deliver person-centred interventions.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and treat adults presenting with communication and swallowing disorders associated with neurological conditions.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Manage a caseload of patients with complex neurological presentations within community settings.
• Provide specialist advice and support to patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT standards.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy services.

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) or eligibility to join.
• Previous experience working with adults in a neurological rehabilitation setting.
• Experience assessing and managing communication and/or dysphagia difficulties.
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

About the company

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