Adult Speech and Language Therapist

Pulse; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,981 - 49,659; Full time

Job summary

Pulse is seeking an Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist for a role focused on patient-centered care across acute and community settings in Cumbria.

The candidate should have experience at Band 6 or above, HCP registration, and a valid UK driver’s licence. Key responsibilities include specialist assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining professional clinical records.

Qualifications

• Band 6-level experience with adults dealing with communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Experience in acute adult settings and community-based care.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Cumbria.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Manage a varied caseload across different care pathway stages.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

HCPC registration

Eligibility for RCSLT membership

Job description

Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6 / 7
Location: Cumbria (Carlisle & Whitehaven)
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £25.00 – £27.50 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled and adaptable Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join a dynamic service delivering care across both acute and community settings in Cumbria. This role involves cross-site working between Carlisle and Whitehaven, providing specialist assessment, management and treatment for adults with communication and/or swallowing difficulties.

This position is suitable for a Band 6 therapist with solid acute experience or an experienced Band 7 clinician who is confident working autonomously across a range of settings. You will play a vital role in supporting adults across the acute pathway as well as within community services, contributing to high-quality, patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders across acute and community settings.

• Manage a varied caseload, supporting patients across different stages of their care pathway.

• Work cross-site between Carlisle and Whitehaven, adapting service delivery to meet local needs.

• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across hospital and community services.

• Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records in line with NHS and professional standards.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Band 6–level experience (or above) working with adults with communication and swallowing difficulties.

• Experience across acute adult settings, with the ability to contribute to community-based care.

• HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

• Strong clinical reasoning, organisational and communication skills.

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, with the ability to travel across Cumbria between service sites.