Dysphagia-trained Speech & Language Therapist (VFSS/FEES)

Pulse Healthcare; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited seeks an experienced Speech and Language Therapist, dysphagia trained, to join a specialist adult service in Barnsley. The role focuses on assessment, intervention and management of complex swallowing disorders within a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will work with adults with dysphagia, using VFSS/FEES and evidence-based practices to maximise outcomes and quality of life. Flexible full-time or part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration and current professional practice.
• Experience in adult acute Speech and Language Therapy settings.
• Dysphagia credentialing with complex swallowing management.
• Experience with instrumental swallowing assessments (VFSS/FEES) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist SLT assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia.
• Diagnose and manage dysphagia using evidence-based practice.
• Deliver and interpret instrumental swallowing assessments (VFSS/FEES).
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Collaborate with MDT to support rehab and discharge planning.
• Educate patients, families and staff; maintain accurate records.
• Support service development, audits and quality improvement.

Skills

Dysphagia trained

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Report writing

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

VFSS

FEES

Job description

Pulse Staffing Limited seeks an experienced Speech and Language Therapist, dysphagia trained, to join a specialist adult service in Barnsley. The role focuses on assessment, intervention and management of complex swallowing disorders within a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will work with adults with dysphagia, using VFSS/FEES and evidence-based practices to maximise outcomes and quality of life. Flexible full-time or part-time hours available.