Inpatient SALT Therapist (Band 6) - Flexible Caseload, ASAP

Pulse Healthcare; Oxford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join the inpatient team at John Radcliffe Hospital. The role involves managing a caseload of acutely unwell patients and providing assessment and treatment for dysphagia and communication disorders. Ideal candidates need to have HCPC registration, strong clinical reasoning, and the ability to work flexibly. Competitive rates are offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inpatient adult care.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly across caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of acutely unwell patients across general medicine wards.
• Assess and treat dysphagia and communication disorders.
• Work flexibly across inpatient services with support from the wider team.

Skills

Tracheostomy competencies

Videofluoroscopy competencies

Experience in acute hospital settings

Experience working with students

Time management

Speech therapy

Assistive technologies

Autism experience

Pediatrics experience

Patient service experience

Phone etiquette

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join the inpatient team at John Radcliffe Hospital. The role involves managing a caseload of acutely unwell patients and providing assessment and treatment for dysphagia and communication disorders. Ideal candidates need to have HCPC registration, strong clinical reasoning, and the ability to work flexibly. Competitive rates are offered based on experience.