Senior Speech & Language Therapist — Dysphagia & AAC Lead

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay on Sundays

Short-notice shift premiums

Supportive team environment

Flexible family-friendly arrangement

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment in Ireland and currently seeks a Speech & Language Therapist to lead our team in Dublin. You will assess and treat adults with speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties, develop care plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

The role requires CORU registration and an ability to work in a supportive team, with excellent communication and patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• BSc in Clinical Speech and Language Studies or equivalent.
• Active CORU registration.
• Experience in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Clinical experience in adult SLT.
• Experience in dysphagia assessment and management.
• Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centred approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Develop, implement and review therapy and care plans.
• Provide guidance on dysphagia management and AAC approaches.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Deliver staff training on communication needs and safe swallowing practices.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports.
• Monitor progress and evaluate interventions.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment in Ireland and currently seeks a Speech & Language Therapist to lead our team in Dublin. You will assess and treat adults with speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties, develop care plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

The role requires CORU registration and an ability to work in a supportive team, with excellent communication and patient-centred care.