University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
We are advertising this exciting and rewarding band 6 rotational Speech and Language Therapist role. Our band 6 programme currently offers rotations in stroke, respiratory, voice, cardiac, medicine for older people, general and emergency medicine, acute paediatrics, neurology and neurosurgery and ICU. This post is ideal for a patient-centred, friendly and enthusiastic SLT who is keen to work in a stimulating environment alongside skilled colleagues from a range of professions.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The department of dietetics and speech and language therapy employs approximately 130 staff, with clinical experts working across the range of specialties, providing acute services in both adults and paediatrics. As a tertiary hospital, we have senior SLTs in a wide range of specialist areas. There is access to regular CPD sessions, and opportunities to engage in service development and research.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Skills and competencies
Essential
Presentation skills Microsoft Office skills Communication Record keeping Attention to detail Interpersonal skills Keyboard skills Numeracy skills
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registered speech and language therapist Evidence of commitment to relevant ongoing CPD and development in relevant areas Evidence of relevant speech and language therapy knowledge and expertise with recent experience demonstrating this Ability to communicate complex information fluently, confidently and effectively to a diverse range of people: e.g. with patients, carers, managers and other health care professionals Ability to demonstrate a practical and sensitive approach and flexibility in working style when applying clinical judgement to complex clinical issues Ability to create rapport and professionally manage relationships with colleagues, patients and carers Demonstrate a holistic approach to treatment Evidence of ability to cope with unpredictable events and varying clinical and non-clinical work pressures Demonstrate ability to independently plan and prioritise own workload in order to meet deadlines Evidence of highly developed auditory and perceptive skills
Desirable
Experience of audit/project work Experience mentoring or supervising speech and language therapy assistants or junior staff Experience and involvement with speech and language therapy student training Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and relevant specialist groups Ability to cover out of hours commitments on agreed occasions
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-CL450125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
We are advertising this exciting and rewarding band 6 rotational Speech and Language Therapist role. Our band 6 programme currently offers rotations in stroke, respiratory, voice, cardiac, medicine for older people, general and emergency medicine, acute paediatrics, neurology and neurosurgery and ICU. This post is ideal for a patient-centred, friendly and enthusiastic SLT who is keen to work in a stimulating environment alongside skilled colleagues from a range of professions.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The department of dietetics and speech and language therapy employs approximately 130 staff, with clinical experts working across the range of specialties, providing acute services in both adults and paediatrics. As a tertiary hospital, we have senior SLTs in a wide range of specialist areas. There is access to regular CPD sessions, and opportunities to engage in service development and research.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Skills and competencies
Essential
Presentation skills Microsoft Office skills Communication Record keeping Attention to detail Interpersonal skills Keyboard skills Numeracy skills
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registered speech and language therapist Evidence of commitment to relevant ongoing CPD and development in relevant areas Evidence of relevant speech and language therapy knowledge and expertise with recent experience demonstrating this Ability to communicate complex information fluently, confidently and effectively to a diverse range of people: e.g. with patients, carers, managers and other health care professionals Ability to demonstrate a practical and sensitive approach and flexibility in working style when applying clinical judgement to complex clinical issues Ability to create rapport and professionally manage relationships with colleagues, patients and carers Demonstrate a holistic approach to treatment Evidence of ability to cope with unpredictable events and varying clinical and non-clinical work pressures Demonstrate ability to independently plan and prioritise own workload in order to meet deadlines Evidence of highly developed auditory and perceptive skills
Desirable
Experience of audit/project work Experience mentoring or supervising speech and language therapy assistants or junior staff Experience and involvement with speech and language therapy student training Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and relevant specialist groups Ability to cover out of hours commitments on agreed occasions
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-CL450125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
