Adult Speech Therapist - Community Neuro
Speech And Language Therapist
Full time
£23 - £28 per hour
Healthcare | Allied Health | Speech And Language Therapy
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Healthcare Staffing Agency
Mediplacements are looking to recruit a band 6 Speech and Language Therapist for a locum position with our client in London.
The pay for this position is £23-£28 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.
Job Description:
1. To provide a specialist SLT service to clients after stroke, demonstrating a high level of competence in the management of acquired disorders of communication and swallowing, and an in-depth knowledge of the physical, psychological and emotional consequences of stroke.
2. To work effectively across the ESD, stroke and neuro pathways by supporting and working with the inpatient stroke and neuro multidisciplinary team.
3. To manage and prioritise a complex clinical caseload.
4. To provide advice and support to clients, carers and volunteers on communication and swallowing difficulties after stroke and other neurological conditions.
5. To assess needs for alternative and augmentative communication aids to enable clients to maintain or improve their level of independence and provide clients/carers with relevant training.
6. To provide advice, support and supervision to colleagues on SLT interventions for clients with stroke other neurological conditions and assist in the development of skills through continuing professional development activities.
7. Work collaboratively with local and regional non-statutory agencies to develop longer term support options for stroke survivors with communication difficulties after stroke, in line with Long Term Support Commissioning Guidelines (Commissioning Support for London).
8. To develop and evaluate training for carers and team members on SLT interventions as appropriate.
* Community and Neuro Experience Required for this role
* Experience with dysphagia patients required
If you're interested in working as a locum speech therapist with Mediplacements, apply now!
When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.
If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.
The pay for this position is £23-£28 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.
Job Description:
1. To provide a specialist SLT service to clients after stroke, demonstrating a high level of competence in the management of acquired disorders of communication and swallowing, and an in-depth knowledge of the physical, psychological and emotional consequences of stroke.
2. To work effectively across the ESD, stroke and neuro pathways by supporting and working with the inpatient stroke and neuro multidisciplinary team.
3. To manage and prioritise a complex clinical caseload.
4. To provide advice and support to clients, carers and volunteers on communication and swallowing difficulties after stroke and other neurological conditions.
5. To assess needs for alternative and augmentative communication aids to enable clients to maintain or improve their level of independence and provide clients/carers with relevant training.
6. To provide advice, support and supervision to colleagues on SLT interventions for clients with stroke other neurological conditions and assist in the development of skills through continuing professional development activities.
7. Work collaboratively with local and regional non-statutory agencies to develop longer term support options for stroke survivors with communication difficulties after stroke, in line with Long Term Support Commissioning Guidelines (Commissioning Support for London).
8. To develop and evaluate training for carers and team members on SLT interventions as appropriate.
* Community and Neuro Experience Required for this role
* Experience with dysphagia patients required
If you're interested in working as a locum speech therapist with Mediplacements, apply now!
When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.
If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.
Salary range
- £23 - £28 per hour
Band
- Band 6