Experienced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Band 6
Main area: Speech and Language Therapist Grade: Band 6 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Job ref: 166-DCSC-6815026 Site: Chesterfield Royal Hospital Town: Chesterfield Salary: £31,365 - £37,890 Closing: 13/01/2025 08:00 Job Overview
We are looking for a proactive, flexible and enthusiastic SLT who demonstrates high levels of skill, knowledge and evidence-based management of adults with communication and swallowing disorders across the Voice/Head & Neck cancer pathways. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and extend your clinical and caseload management skills across these pathways. We can offer robust support and supervision from both the SLT team and the ENT MDT. Come and join our friendly, dynamic and innovative team of SLTs and SLTAs who are committed to providing high standards of clinical care and governance. Main Duties of the Job
To work as part of the Adult Speech and Language Therapy team providing services to the Trust. The post holder will provide a service to Voice and Head & Neck patients referred to the department with communication and swallowing disorders, including inpatients and outpatients. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
To provide a specialist service to patients referred to SLT demonstrating a high level of clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and management of communication and swallowing disorders. To manage own caseload and clinical priorities with guidance from the clinical leads. To contribute to the development of resource and knowledge for the department; fostering innovation and continuous service improvement. To liaise with other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team and provide support and guidance on clinically relevant issues. To provide effective and appropriate support, supervision and guidance for less experienced therapists and SLT assistants. To ensure all documentation complies with professional standards and an accurate clinical record is available for each contact on the electronic patient record system. To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to patients, staff and the Trust. To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal process. To participate in research development and clinical audit in the area of work. Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Recognised degree in SLT. Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Networks (CEN). Experience
Evidence of working within the Voice/Head & Neck pathway in the acute setting. Evidence of working independently and in a team setting. Experience of delivering teaching/training. Experience of video fluoroscopy. Skills and Knowledge
Ability to manage caseload. In depth knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions and assessment techniques. Demonstrates ability to be a good team member. Flexible Working If you're looking for flexible or predictable working arrangements, please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate this. This role is part of the integrated health and social care community across Derbyshire, where there are many opportunities to work across different locations and providers developing new and different skills.
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Band 6
Main area: Speech and Language Therapist Grade: Band 6 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Job ref: 166-DCSC-6815026 Site: Chesterfield Royal Hospital Town: Chesterfield Salary: £31,365 - £37,890 Closing: 13/01/2025 08:00 Job Overview
We are looking for a proactive, flexible and enthusiastic SLT who demonstrates high levels of skill, knowledge and evidence-based management of adults with communication and swallowing disorders across the Voice/Head & Neck cancer pathways. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and extend your clinical and caseload management skills across these pathways. We can offer robust support and supervision from both the SLT team and the ENT MDT. Come and join our friendly, dynamic and innovative team of SLTs and SLTAs who are committed to providing high standards of clinical care and governance. Main Duties of the Job
To work as part of the Adult Speech and Language Therapy team providing services to the Trust. The post holder will provide a service to Voice and Head & Neck patients referred to the department with communication and swallowing disorders, including inpatients and outpatients. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
To provide a specialist service to patients referred to SLT demonstrating a high level of clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and management of communication and swallowing disorders. To manage own caseload and clinical priorities with guidance from the clinical leads. To contribute to the development of resource and knowledge for the department; fostering innovation and continuous service improvement. To liaise with other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team and provide support and guidance on clinically relevant issues. To provide effective and appropriate support, supervision and guidance for less experienced therapists and SLT assistants. To ensure all documentation complies with professional standards and an accurate clinical record is available for each contact on the electronic patient record system. To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to patients, staff and the Trust. To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal process. To participate in research development and clinical audit in the area of work. Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Recognised degree in SLT. Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Networks (CEN). Experience
Evidence of working within the Voice/Head & Neck pathway in the acute setting. Evidence of working independently and in a team setting. Experience of delivering teaching/training. Experience of video fluoroscopy. Skills and Knowledge
Ability to manage caseload. In depth knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions and assessment techniques. Demonstrates ability to be a good team member. Flexible Working If you're looking for flexible or predictable working arrangements, please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate this. This role is part of the integrated health and social care community across Derbyshire, where there are many opportunities to work across different locations and providers developing new and different skills.
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