Senior Speech and Language Therapist - Remote/Hybrid

Medforce; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medforce is seeking a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join an established Young Adults Team in Ireland. Based in Johnstown Village, Co.

Kildare, the role involves supporting young adults with complex disabilities as they transition to adult services across day services, homes and community settings. The post holder will deliver high-quality, person-centred Speech and Language Therapy services, including assessment, intervention, consultation, team formulation and staff training.

Qualifications

• Must be senior level or qualified (3+ years)
• Master's degree in Speech and Language
• CORU registered

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritise an independent caseload within service priorities.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions for adults with complex communication needs.
• Support individuals with Feeding, Eating, Drinking and Swallowing (FEDS/Dysphagia) where trained and competent per IASLT standards.
• Promote the use of assistive technology and communication supports to maximise independence.
• Provide education, consultation and training to families, frontline staff and partner organisations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and produce clear, concise reports.
• Participate in clinical meetings, multidisciplinary case discussions and service planning.
• Ensure practice complies with CORU standards, safeguarding legislation, policies and codes of conduct.
• Participate in research, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Independent caseload management

Assessment

Intervention planning

Clinical reasoning

Staff training

Team collaboration

Assistive technology

Education

Master's in Speech and Language

Job description

Medforce is seeking a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join an established Young Adults Team in Ireland. Based in Johnstown Village, Co.

Kildare, the role involves supporting young adults with complex disabilities as they transition to adult services across day services, homes and community settings. The post holder will deliver high-quality, person-centred Speech and Language Therapy services, including assessment, intervention, consultation, team formulation and staff training.