Senior SLT: Dysphagia & Acute Care Lead

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist specializing in dysphagia and communication disorders for their inpatient team. The role focuses on managing adults with acquired neurological conditions and includes conducting Videofluoroscopy. As part of a committed team, you will engage in service improvement initiatives and receive structured training and support. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a focus on enhancing patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing and treating adults with neurological disorders.
• Ability to conduct Videofluoroscopy with competence.
• Strong understanding of speech and language therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Manage dysphagia and communication disorders in hospital settings.
• Promote understanding of speech therapy services.
• Support inpatient clinical care design and delivery.

Skills

Dysphagia

Communication skills

Clinical improvement projects

Education

Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist

Competency-based training

Job description

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist specializing in dysphagia and communication disorders for their inpatient team. The role focuses on managing adults with acquired neurological conditions and includes conducting Videofluoroscopy. As part of a committed team, you will engage in service improvement initiatives and receive structured training and support. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a focus on enhancing patient care.