Senior Speech and Language Therapist

Medforce Recruitment; Waterford; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Speech and Language Therapist for an acute hospital in Waterford. This senior role involves delivering high-quality therapy services to adults, providing leadership within the team, and contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will need a recognized qualification, CORU registration, and experience in dysphagia. The position offers competitive pay and a supportive environment.

Benefits

HSE pay scales and benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression

Supportive and collaborative hospital environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in dysphagia/acute care.
• Certification and competence in the management of dysphagia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Speech and Language Therapy services in an acute hospital setting.
• Complete assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for inpatients.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Medforce Recruitment are seeking a dedicated Senior Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join the dynamic multidisciplinary team at an acute hospital based in Waterford. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role in an acute hospital setting, supporting adults with a range of complex communication and swallowing needs.

As a Senior SLT, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, providing leadership within the SLT team, and contributing to service development across the hospital.

Responsibilities of the Senior Speech and Language Therapist:

• Deliver a quality Speech and Language Therapy service to adult patients with communication and/or swallowing difficulties in an acute hospital setting.
• Complete assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for inpatients.
• Provide specialist input into the management of dysphagia/feeding, eating, drinking and swallowing disorders.
• Work closely as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.
• Provide supervision and support to staff grade therapists and students.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements for the Senior Speech and Language Therapist:

• A recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in the area of dysphagia/acute care.
• Certification and competence in the management of dysphagia.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• A professional, patient-focused approach to work.

What’s on Offer:

• HSE pay scales and benefits.
• A supportive and collaborative hospital environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

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