Adult Speech Therapist

Total Assist; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Locum Speech and Language Therapist for a critical care and respiratory setting in Harefield, London. The role involves assessing and managing patients with complex communication and swallowing needs, including those on tracheostomy and ventilator support. Candidates must be HCPC registered and have acute or critical care experience. Competitive locum rates and a supportive hospital environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive locum rates

Ongoing contract with potential for extension

Supportive hospital environment and MDT collaboration

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Trained in FEES and competent in managing tracheostomy and ventilators.
• Experience in acute or critical care settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage adults with complex communication and swallowing needs.
• Work with patients on tracheostomy and ventilator support.
• Conduct FEES assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for effective care.

Skills

HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist

FEES trained

Competence in tracheostomy and ventilator management

Acute or critical care experience

Job description

Locum Speech & Language Therapist – Harefield, London

Location: Harefield, London
Contract: Locum – ASAP start, minimum 3 months (ongoing)
Hours: Full-time

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Locum Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist team in a critical care and respiratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and management of adults with complex communication and swallowing needs.
• Work with patients requiring tracheostomy and ventilator support.
• Conduct FEES assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support safe and effective care.

Requirements

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist.
• FEES trained and competent in tracheostomy and ventilator management.
• Previous acute or critical care experience essential.
• Available to start ASAP for a minimum 3-month placement.

Benefits

• Competitive locum rates.
• Ongoing contract with potential for extension.
• Supportive hospital environment and MDT collaboration.