Speech and Language Therapist

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Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a locum Speech and Language Therapist for the adult acute stroke service at West Middlesex Hospital. The ideal candidate will have dysphagia competence, a BSc or diploma in Speech and Language Therapy, and HCPC registration. This role offers a competitive pay rate of £22 - £30 per hour, along with comprehensive support and benefits.

Benefits

Access to Health Assured

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Online CPD training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' post-graduate experience.
• 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide dysphagia and communication assessment.
• Support the adult acute stroke service.
• Cross cover to the acute wards as needed.

Skills

Dysphagia competence

HCPC registration

Communication assessment

Rehabilitation skills

Education

BSc or diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: West Middlesex Hospital, TW7 6AF

Band: Band 6

Contract Type: Locum

Salary: £22 - £30 per hour

About you:

Are you a highly skilled and experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking for a locum role in London?

We are looking for dysphagia competent Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to support the adult acute stroke service at West Middlesex Hospital.

The role will be based on the acute stroke unit at West Middlesex University Hospital, although there may be some cross cover to the acute wards. Candidate will provide a mix of dysphagia and communication assessment and rehabilitation.

Essential Qualifications:

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Speech and Language Therapist with:

• BSc or diploma in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Minimum 2 years' post-graduate experience.
• 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• dysphagia competent
• Desirable criteria: Videofluoroscopy and/or Tracheostomy competence

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate: £22 - £30 per hour.
• Work with one of the top and best-performing NHS Trusts in the country.
• Access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts with the ability to block book shifts in advance.
• Comprehensive compliance support.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities.

Why Choose Us:

We are a friendly and approachable team committed to finding you locum roles to ensure you enjoy both your work life and your home life. We offer 24/7 support for all our clinicians - we are always here when you need us most.

If you are looking for a locum Speech and Language Therapist role apply today.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Medacs Healthcare are currently recruiting for a variety of Speech and Language Therapy vacancies throughout the United Kingdom, if this role is not quite right for you but you'd be keen to hear about other roles we have to offer, please contact Jess on 02039379629 or via email at [e-mail] to explore alternate opportunities