Specialist Speech & Language Therapist – ENT & Oncology

Dorset County Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Dorchester is looking for a motivated B6 Speech and Language Therapist to join their team. This specialist role focuses on assessing and treating communication and swallowing difficulties related to ENT and cancer. The ideal candidate will have experience managing diverse patient needs and will benefit from ongoing professional development and support within a collaborative environment. This opportunity includes participation in training programs and access to clinical supervision.

Benefits

Access to continuous professional development

Clinical supervision

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing patients with communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge in assessing and treating patients post cancer treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnosis, assessment, and treatment to patients with voice problems.
• Collaborate with the Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team for inpatients.
• Lead provision of therapy to patients with ENT/Head and Neck disorders.
• Develop training programs across MDT's.

Skills

ENT knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Swallowing assessment

Education

Relevant health care qualification

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Dorchester is looking for a motivated B6 Speech and Language Therapist to join their team. This specialist role focuses on assessing and treating communication and swallowing difficulties related to ENT and cancer. The ideal candidate will have experience managing diverse patient needs and will benefit from ongoing professional development and support within a collaborative environment. This opportunity includes participation in training programs and access to clinical supervision.