Highly Specialist Speech Therapist

Location: London

Sector: Hospital

Job type: Permanent

Salary: £53,000 - £55,700 per annum

Contact: Drew Gilmore

Contact email: drew@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk

Contact phone: 020 7193 4003

Expiry date: 2024-09-10

Start date: 2024-08-13

Role: Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Salary: £53,000 - £55,700 (dependent on experience) + benefits

Location: South East London

Introduction:

We are thrilled to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (equivalent to Band 7) to join our client's exceptional therapy team. Their unit, renowned for its advanced neurorehabilitation services, is seeking a dedicated professional to contribute to our innovative and patient-focused environment.

The Candidate:

We are looking for a passionate individual with extensive experience in neurorehabilitation, particularly in managing cognitive communication difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess a robust clinical background and a commitment to delivering top-notch care in a supportive, multidisciplinary team setting.

Hours:

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working arrangements may be discussed to suit personal and professional needs.

Requirements:

1. HCPC registration
2. Proven experience in a neurorehabilitation setting
3. Expertise in aphasia, cognitive communication disorders, dysarthria, apraxia, and dysphagia
4. Specialist-level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework
5. Experience in formal supervision/line management
6. Enhanced DBS clearance required

Duties:

1. Delivering specialist SLT assessment and treatment for patients with neurological and acquired brain injuries
2. Developing evidence-based therapy programs with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration
3. Leading communication therapy groups independently
4. Maintaining high clinical care standards in line with national guidelines
5. Supervising junior SLTs and assistants as needed
6. Contributing to policy and service development initiatives
7. Ensuring compliance with all relevant codes of practice

Salary and Package:

1. Free lunch during shifts
2. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
3. Access to extensive training through the Active Learning Hub
4. Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
5. Employee pension plan
6. Health Plan Benefits
7. Recognition through the Active Awards programme
8. Enhanced Sick and Maternity pay
9. Referral bonus of up to £1500

Commutable from surrounding areas including Bromley, Dartford, Lewisham, Woolwich, Croydon, Bexley, Sevenoaks, and Orpington.

Apply today to make a meaningful impact in neurorehabilitation and advance your career!