Specialist Stroke Speech and Language Therapist
We are excited to recruit a permanent full-time Band 6 Stroke Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team. The post holder will be working alongside Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist SLTs and SLT Assistants. There are also well established Acute, Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work with stroke inpatients as a member of the Stroke MDT and the dedicated stroke SLT team. They would provide specialist SLT management for both the acute and rehabilitation stages of stroke patients' treatment. They will be competent in assessment and treatment of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders, particularly related to stroke. The postholder will be an active member of the multidisciplinary stroke team where close MDT working is essential. They will contribute to service development and training including audit/SSNAP targets, and supervision of junior colleagues including SLT Assistants. They will be supervised by the Band 7 Stroke Lead SLT and can maintain strong supervisory links from AHP peers. About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. Job responsibilities
They will be an integral member of the Adult SLT team and will gain the opportunity to provide training to other healthcare professionals in the longer term. The successful candidates will be able to access support from lead specialist therapists in areas of stroke, dementia, palliative care, tracheostomy, voice, and head and neck cancer (via our Macmillan SLT service). There are also on-site weekly videofluoroscopy and FEES clinics. The chosen candidates will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. Person Specification
Education and Training
Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia Evidence of CPD relevant to role Experience
Significant postgraduate experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties Postgraduate experience working in an acute hospital setting Relevant experience in stroke and acquired neurological difficulties Experience of working in a multidisciplinary stroke team Experience of giving training and presentations Experience of tracheostomy assessment and management Experience carrying out videofluoroscopy/FEES assessment including analysis and report writing Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to client group Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping Working knowledge of relevant procedures including (vulnerable adults, Mental Capacity Act etc.) and other legal requirements Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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We are excited to recruit a permanent full-time Band 6 Stroke Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team. The post holder will be working alongside Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist SLTs and SLT Assistants. There are also well established Acute, Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work with stroke inpatients as a member of the Stroke MDT and the dedicated stroke SLT team. They would provide specialist SLT management for both the acute and rehabilitation stages of stroke patients' treatment. They will be competent in assessment and treatment of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders, particularly related to stroke. The postholder will be an active member of the multidisciplinary stroke team where close MDT working is essential. They will contribute to service development and training including audit/SSNAP targets, and supervision of junior colleagues including SLT Assistants. They will be supervised by the Band 7 Stroke Lead SLT and can maintain strong supervisory links from AHP peers. About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. Job responsibilities
They will be an integral member of the Adult SLT team and will gain the opportunity to provide training to other healthcare professionals in the longer term. The successful candidates will be able to access support from lead specialist therapists in areas of stroke, dementia, palliative care, tracheostomy, voice, and head and neck cancer (via our Macmillan SLT service). There are also on-site weekly videofluoroscopy and FEES clinics. The chosen candidates will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. Person Specification
Education and Training
Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia Evidence of CPD relevant to role Experience
Significant postgraduate experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties Postgraduate experience working in an acute hospital setting Relevant experience in stroke and acquired neurological difficulties Experience of working in a multidisciplinary stroke team Experience of giving training and presentations Experience of tracheostomy assessment and management Experience carrying out videofluoroscopy/FEES assessment including analysis and report writing Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to client group Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping Working knowledge of relevant procedures including (vulnerable adults, Mental Capacity Act etc.) and other legal requirements Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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