Adult Speech Therapist

Total Assist; Harefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Speech and Language Therapist for a position in Harefield, London. This role involves assessing and managing adults with complex communication needs in a critical care setting. Ideal candidates must be HCPC registered, experienced in tracheostomy and ventilator management, and available for a minimum of 3 months. Competitive locum rates and a collaborative hospital environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive locum rates

Ongoing contract with potential for extension

Supportive hospital environment

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required to practice.
• Training in FEES assessments and tracheostomy management is essential.
• Experience in acute or critical care settings is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough assessment and management for adults with complex communication needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for effective patient care.
• Conduct necessary assessments and deliver targeted interventions.

Skills

Assessment of communication needs

Tracheostomy management

Ventilator support expertise

Evidence-based interventions

Education

HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist

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