Surgical Speech & Language Therapist - Head & Neck

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS provider in the region is seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join its Adult Surgical Team. This role focuses on managing patients with complex communication and swallowing disorders, particularly in ENT/Voice and Head & Neck cancer cases. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Opportunities for shifts exist throughout the week. This is a rewarding position for someone passionate about patient impact.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex dysphagia and communication impairments.
• Ability to work independently across the region and with various teams.
• Strong differential diagnosis skills in swallowing and communication disorders.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage communication and swallowing disorders for adult patients.
• Liaise with families, GPs, and other professionals for holistic patient care.
• Support and collaborate with Advanced Clinical Specialist Speech & Language Therapists.

Skills

Assessment and management of communication disorders

Managing patients with dysphagia

Team collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

A leading NHS provider in the region is seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join its Adult Surgical Team. This role focuses on managing patients with complex communication and swallowing disorders, particularly in ENT/Voice and Head & Neck cancer cases. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Opportunities for shifts exist throughout the week. This is a rewarding position for someone passionate about patient impact.