Pulse
Adult Neuro Rehab Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Preston . Posted a month ago
The role
You will support qualified therapists in delivering specialised communication and swallowing rehabilitation to patients. This work takes place in patients' homes and community clinic settings.
What you will do
- Support qualified Speech and Language Therapists in delivering specialised communication and swallowing rehabilitation to patients in their homes and community clinics.
- Carry out delegated communication and swallowing (dysphagia) exercises in accordance with therapy plans developed by registered therapists.
- Travel independently to visit patients in community settings while maintaining regular communication with supervising clinicians.
- Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Accurately record patient progress, maintain up-to-date clinical notes, and report any changes in patients' conditions to the supervising therapist.
- Follow clinical guidance, care plans, and relevant health and safety procedures.
Required qualifications
- Relevant experience supporting Speech and Language Therapists or working in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting.
- An understanding of communication and swallowing difficulties, including dysphagia.
- The ability to follow delegated therapy programmes and work within the scope of your role.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- The confidence to work independently when visiting patients in their homes and community settings.
- The ability to maintain accurate clinical records and communicate patient progress effectively.
- A flexible, proactive, and compassionate approach to patient care.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
About the company
Pulse is a recruitment agency with specialist consultants who focus on finding opportunities to match professional skills and aspirations.