Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

The role

An experienced Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist will provide specialist assessment and intervention to adult patients in an acute hospital setting. The role involves managing complex swallowing and communication needs within the Frailty Expansion Ward.

What you will do

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of adult patients with swallowing and communication difficulties
• Assess and manage patients with complex dysphagia
• Support patients who are eating and drinking with acknowledged risks
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team
• Provide specialist advice and recommendations to medical, nursing and wider healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation
• Contribute to discharge planning and multidisciplinary discussions

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 within an adult acute hospital setting
• Strong clinical experience in acute dysphagia assessment and management
• Experience supporting patients with eating and drinking with acknowledged risks
• The ability to work independently and confidently within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency with specialist consultants who understand the profession and offer exclusive access to roles across the UK.