Bank Speech and Language Therapist Advanced Practitioner Voice

TN United Kingdom; South Molton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Bank Band 7 SLT Advanced Practitioner to join their North Devon Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, providing specialized interventions for adults with voice disorders. The successful candidate will engage in clinical assessments and support fellow SLTs, making a significant impact on patient care. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, this organization values contributions from all backgrounds, ensuring a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Schemes

Paid Annual Leave

Occupational Health Services

Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in providing specialist SLT services to adults with voice disorders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SLT services to adults with voice disorders across various settings.
• Participate in clinical assessments and provide specialist support to SLTs.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Voice Disorders Management

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Clinical Assessment

Education

Master's in Speech and Language Therapy

Relevant Clinical Experience

Job description

Job Description:

Role Summary

Bank Band 7 SLT Advanced Practitioner Voice to work within the North Devon Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The successful candidate will provide cover to deliver SLT services to adults with voice disorders in North Devon. The post holder will be based at North Devon District Hospital or in a community hospital setting and will involve running clinics across the locality.

This post provides the opportunity to:

• Work collaboratively with ENT, SLT voice team based in Exeter, and specialist respiratory multidisciplinary teams to provide highly specialist intervention in voice, ENT, and respiratory conditions affecting communication and swallowing.
• Participate in the southwest voice forum.
• Provide specialist support/advice to SLTs across the adult team.
• Refer to videofluoroscopy clinics as appropriate.
• The ability to travel between clinic settings is essential due to the rural nature of North Devon and the requirements of the post.

Our wider integrated SLT service provides support in the following areas:

- Acute medical/surgical setting

- Stroke/neuro acute and rehabilitation

- Community rehabilitation

- Head and neck outpatient services

Bank Band 7 SLT Advanced Practitioner voice to work within the North Devon Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service.

Working Pattern: Bank

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information, please contact: Claire Hakin, Speech and Language Professional Lead, via tel: [insert phone number], email: [insert email].

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over [number], staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than [number] people, cover more than [number] square miles across Devon, with some specialist services extending to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). We also provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and people's homes. Our services include primary care, specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities position us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to provide world-class care.

Our values underpin everything we do. We are committed to supporting our staff in creating a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and family-friendly policies. Starting NHS staff typically receive [number] days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays, with benefits including access to occupational health services, counselling, wellbeing activities, and CPD opportunities.

We offer a range of financial benefits, including staff discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, car lease schemes, the NHS Pension scheme, and the Cycle to Work scheme.

If you're interested in this role, we look forward to hearing from you.