Adult Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation for patients with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with head and neck cancer. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care across the cancer pathway.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication and swallowing disorders related to head and neck cancer.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions for patients undergoing surgical, medical, and radiotherapy treatments.
• Provide pre-operative counselling and post-operative rehabilitation, including voice restoration where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with ENT consultants, oncologists, dietitians, specialist nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC and local service standards.
• Contribute to service development and support the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent)
• HCPC registration
• Previous experience working as a Band 6 or Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist
• Experience managing adults with head and neck cancer and dysphagia
• Excellent communication, organisational, and multidisciplinary working skills
• The ability to work independently while managing a varied caseload

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency with specialist consultants who understand your profession and provide access to locum roles across the UK.