Neuro SLT Specialist (Band 6) — Complex Rehab & Dysphagia

Mediplacements; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediplacements is seeking an experienced Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist to join a specialist neurological rehabilitation service supporting adults with complex conditions. The role involves assessment and intervention across restorative and compensatory rehabilitation, including dysphagia management and palliative care on two sites.

We welcome therapists with a strong neurology interest, HCPC registration, and a track record of autonomous case management within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Speech & Language Therapist.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification clinical experience.
• Experience with adults with neurological conditions.
• Experience in assessment and management of complex communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a complex caseload effectively.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of residents with complex neurological conditions, prioritising assessment and intervention according to clinical need and risk.
• Complete comprehensive neurological and communication assessments and provide evidence-based, person-centred intervention.
• Provide specialist input across different stages of rehabilitation, including restorative, compensatory, maintenance and palliative approaches.
• Assess and manage complex dysphagia, including tracheostomy and laryngectomy management where appropriate.
• Work autonomously while recognising and escalating clinical risks and seeking appropriate support when required.
• Work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to develop holistic rehabilitation plans and achieve shared goals.
• Communicate complex clinical information sensitively to residents, families, carers and other professionals, adapting your communication to individual needs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in accordance with GDPR, HCPC standards and organisational policies.
• Contribute to clinical audits, service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
• Support the development of colleagues and contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Maintain your own professional development and actively participate in supervision and performance reviews.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Autonomy

Job description

Mediplacements is seeking an experienced Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist to join a specialist neurological rehabilitation service supporting adults with complex conditions. The role involves assessment and intervention across restorative and compensatory rehabilitation, including dysphagia management and palliative care on two sites.

We welcome therapists with a strong neurology interest, HCPC registration, and a track record of autonomous case management within a multidisciplinary team.