Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Sikora Law LLC; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to provide specialized services to patients facing various communication challenges. This role involves delivering clinical support, mentoring less experienced therapists, and developing educational programs for families and professionals. You will play a crucial part in enhancing patient care through clinical governance activities and collaboration with other agencies. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with communication difficulties, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Specialist in speech and language therapy with experience in clinical settings.
• Ability to mentor and supervise students and junior therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist speech and language services to diverse patient groups.
• Develop and deliver training programs on speech and language disorders.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Clinical Governance

Mentoring

Training and Education

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

To provide a specialist speech, language and communication service to patients with a wide range of speech, language, communication, eating and drinking difficulties across a range of community settings including Health Centres, mainstream schools, specialist provisions and early years settings.

To provide clinical support and mentoring for less experienced Speech and Language Therapists and supervision for students and Speech and Language Therapy assistants.

To develop and deliver specialist training and education programmes regarding speech and language disorders to parents, carers, and other professionals.

To participate in clinical governance activities, i.e., research, audit, and evidence-based practice.

To liaise with and advise other agencies/professionals involved with the patient.

To contribute to service planning, improvement, and modernisation to ensure patient safety.