KWG263882- Speech and Language Therapist

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Aberdeen; On-site; ZAR 758,000 - 936,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Job summary

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Acute Adult SLT Team. This rotational post offers the chance to develop specialist skills across acute medicine within a large teaching hospital and multidisciplinary setting.

You will assess and manage adults with speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties, contribute to service development and governance, and engage in regular supervision and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and RCST member.
• Post-registration dysphagia training and clinical experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to service delivery.
• Committed to ongoing professional development and service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage adults with acquired speech, language, and swallowing difficulties.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in service-wide learning, development and clinical governance activities.

Skills

HCPC registration

RCST member

dysphagia training

clinical experience

communication skills

teamwork skills

flexible approach

professional development

Job description

Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist

Acute Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary | NHS Grampian

Full-Time Post (Part-Time Applications Welcome)

Develop Your Acute SLT Career in a Supportive and Specialist Team

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist looking to develop your skills within a dynamic acute hospital service?

We are seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly, experienced and supportive Acute Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This rotational post offers an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills across acute adult care, with a primary focus on acute medicine.

Working within one of Scotland's largest teaching hospitals, you will support adults presenting with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing difficulties, delivering high-quality, person-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Whether you are looking to further develop your specialist clinical expertise or broaden your experience within acute services, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth.

The Role

You Will

• Assess and manage adults with acquired speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centred care and positive outcomes.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in service-wide learning, development and clinical governance activities.

What We're Looking For

• Is HCPC registered and a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Has completed post-registration dysphagia training and has relevant clinical experience.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Is motivated to deliver high-quality care within a busy acute setting.
• Has a flexible and proactive approach to service delivery.
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and service improvement.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and experienced Acute Adult SLT team.
• Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
• Opportunities to work alongside specialist clinicians across a wide range of acute services.
• CPD and development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse and rewarding clinical caseloads.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to patients at a critical point in their healthcare journey.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available in certain circumstances to successful candidates. HCPC registration is mandatory.

Want to know more about Aberdeen? Take a look: https://youtu.be/moaWooD-ayk Informal enquiries, meetings and visits are encouraged.

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.