Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

The role

A Speech and Language Therapist will manage an independent caseload of adults with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties. The role involves assessing and providing specialist intervention within an acute healthcare setting.

What you will do

• Independently manage a caseload of adult patients within an acute hospital setting.
• Assess and manage adults presenting with acquired swallowing difficulties and dysphagia.
• Assess and provide intervention for adults with acquired communication difficulties.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans based on patients' clinical needs.
• Provide specialist dysphagia assessment, advice and management in line with professional standards and local protocols.
• Work autonomously while recognising when further clinical input or escalation is required.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective patient care and discharge planning.
• Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, relatives, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.
• Participate in relevant multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and clinical reviews.

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration.
• Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Previous experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist within an acute hospital setting.
• Dysphagia training and clinical experience in the assessment and management of swallowing difficulties.
• Experience working with adults with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties.
• The ability to independently manage a clinical caseload.
• Confidence working autonomously within a multidisciplinary acute setting.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, professional and patient-centred approach to clinical practice.

About the company

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