Developing Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Integrated Care System; Dartford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Dartford is seeking a full-time Developing Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. The role involves working with stroke inpatients, providing specialist management for communication and swallowing disorders. Candidates with experience in dysphagia are preferred. The position offers professional development opportunities and a friendly team environment. Salary ranges from £32,602 to £39,686 per annum inclusive of allowances.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Speech & Language Therapy or equivalent is essential.
• Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise required.
• Evidence of completion of specialized courses in dysphagia is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work with stroke inpatients on the Stroke Unit.
• Provide specialist management for swallowing and communication disorders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team activities.

Skills

Working knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group

Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions

Proficient use of computer packages

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification

Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

Job description

Developing Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

We are excited to recruit a 12 month fixed term full-time Band 5 Stroke Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a newly qualified or established Developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We are situated near South-East London with good transport links, where an additional 5% high cost of living allowance applies. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working alongside Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist SLTs and SLT Assistants. There are also well established Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support.

The successful applicant will work with stroke inpatients on the Stroke Unit, as a member of the Stroke MDT and the dedicated stroke SLT team. They would provide specialist SLT management for both the acute and rehabilitation stages of stroke patients' treatment. The post holder will work towards becoming independent in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders. Experience with inpatient work and particularly dysphagia is desirable.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job responsibilities

For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy.

Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o

We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!

If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email [e-mail] or telephone [phone] to discuss the post further. You are also welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.

Person Specification

Education and Training

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
• Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia

Experience

• Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
• Experience working in a hospital setting
• Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
• Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
• Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
• Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£32,602 to £39,686 a yearper annum inclusive of allowances