Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

NHS Jobs; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join the multidisciplinary team providing assessment, formulation and treatment planning for patients in the city. You will work with seniors to ensure effective care and contribute to service delivery.

You will communicate with patients, carers and other health professionals, support less experienced therapists, and help coordinate rehabilitation services while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Specialist SLT role requiring clinical assessment and formulation.
• Experience in videofluoroscopy and MDT collaboration.
• Ability to communicate with patients and carers using specialist knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessment of patients using specialist clinical reasoning to diagnose and formulate treatment plans.
• Monitor and evaluate treatment efficacy using outcome measures and update plans as needed.
• Liaise with carers and other health care professionals; provide information tailored to patient needs.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication with patients

Tools

Videofluoroscopy

Job description

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Undertake assessment of patients, using specialist clinical reasoning andassessment techniques to differentially diagnose then formulate and implementtreatment plans with advice and support from seniors as required. Continually evaluate the efficacy of the treatment programme to ensure that it is meeting the needs of the patient Monitor the effectiveness of the interventions you are providing using outcome measures. Work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team attending meetings/case conferences where possible, actively encouraging information sharing to enhance the quality of care to patients and staff. Ensure effective communication with patients, carers and other Health Care Professionals regarding all aspects of the patients care. This will be achieved through direct liaison or written information using specialist knowledge, tailored to individual needs and taking account of impaired comprehension and expression. Help other Health Care Professionals communicate with patients who have impaired language skills using alternative communication systems where appropriate. Advise assist and support, less experienced therapists and assistants in the management of their caseload. Work closely with Community staff to facilitate a seamless rehabilitation service across the city. Carry out videofluoroscopy with senior S.L.T. developing skills to analyse and report findings. Undertake research as requested by team leader. Collect patient data and other statistics as required by Head of Department. Advise the Head of Department of any change in caseload profile which has an impact on the service provided to facilitate planning. Monitor equipment and material for condition and suitability. Submit orders via head of department.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust