Autonomous Community SLT Specialist – Adults

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gloucestershire is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat adults with communication, voice, and swallowing disorders across various settings, including community hospitals and clinics. This role involves managing clinical workloads, supervising therapy assistants, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will participate in service improvement projects, contributing to effective healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide Specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Manage and prioritize own clinical workload seeking guidance as required.
• Supervise Speech and Language Therapy assistants or newly qualified SLTs.
• Work autonomously within GHC policies maintaining accurate electronic records.
• Participate in service improvement projects as indicated.

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Gloucestershire is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat adults with communication, voice, and swallowing disorders across various settings, including community hospitals and clinics. This role involves managing clinical workloads, supervising therapy assistants, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will participate in service improvement projects, contributing to effective healthcare delivery.