Band 7 Paediatrics & Neonatal Speech & Language Therapist

JOB-20240830-9051a9aa

Job Title:
Band 7 Paediatrics & Neonatal Speech & Language Therapist

Specialism:
Speech Therapy

Location:
Coventry, Warwickshire

Salary:
Up to £31.00 per hour

Type:
Full-time Locum

Are you ready for an exciting ongoing opportunity as a Band 7 Paediatrics & Neonatal Speech & Language Therapist within Speech Therapy in Coventry, Warwickshire? Earn up to £31.00 per hour and enjoy the flexibility and variety that comes with locum work. This full-time position allows you to immerse yourself in the dynamic and rewarding field of Paediatric & Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy, focusing on acute paediatric and neonatal caseloads. Join a multidisciplinary team in a large tertiary Neonatal Unit and Paediatric Service, where you'll make a real impact across hospital and community pathways.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-time: Dive into a fulfilling career that offers stability and the opportunity to see your patients thrive over the long term.
• Flexibility: Enjoy the variety locum work offers, with the freedom to explore different settings and specialisms.
• Professional Growth: Gain unique experiences that can accelerate your career in paediatric dysphagia and neonatal feeding.
• Networking: Work alongside expert professionals in a multidisciplinary team, gaining insights and forming lasting professional connections.

What you will do:

• Assess, diagnose, and manage children with feeding and swallowing difficulties.
• Manage neonatal feeding and swallowing challenges with expertise.
• Oversee a specialist paediatric dysphagia caseload and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams, providing specialist advice for feeding and swallowing management.
• Prioritise referrals, support discharge planning, and evaluate treatment outcomes using evidence-based practice.
• Maintain detailed clinical records and participate in audits, service development, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements:

• Postgraduate paediatric dysphagia training is essential.
• Experience in assessing and managing paediatric dysphagia and feeding difficulties.
• Demonstrated experience working within neonatal services and acute paediatric settings.
• Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills with the capability to manage a specialist caseload independently.
• Experience with complex dysphagia in infants or managing communication disorders would be advantageous.

Coventry, situated in the heart of Warwickshire, is a fantastic place to live and work. Known for its rich history and vibrant community, it offers a perfect blend of urban living and picturesque countryside. Dive into the cultural scene, explore historical sites, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Join us in Coventry and take your career to new heights while enjoying everything this welcoming city has to offer.

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Apply now to join Band 7 Paediatrics & Neonatal Speech & Language Therapist in Coventry, Warwickshire and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.