Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Stroke
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
1 x Fixed Term contract/secondment opportunity for up to 12 months. 22.5 hours of this post can be permanent. *Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment.* We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist experienced in Stroke Rehabilitation with a passion for delivering high-quality specialist intervention. The Specialist Stroke Rehabilitation Unit is based at the Vale Community Hospital in Dursley. Experience and skills in the assessment and management of swallowing disorders and a range of communication impairments following a Stroke are essential. Adopting national best practice, this unit ensures that people suffering from a stroke will benefit from the clinical pathway, maximizing health outcomes for those likely to improve with in-patient rehabilitation. We are a friendly and collaborative multi-disciplinary team that shares a philosophy of empowering patients to be more independent and active in their recovery. You will be committed to developing your own expertise while supporting colleagues to continually develop and grow their own skills. Main duties of the job
Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to Stroke patients with communication and swallowing disorders in the community stroke unit. Work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team contributing to the holistic management and rehabilitation of the SLT caseload. Support the Therapy Lead in service development, evaluation, and quality initiatives in line with local and national drivers. Provide professional support and advice to therapy, nursing, and medical staff acting as a clinical resource for speech and language therapy in the specialist area of Stroke. Contribute to the day-to-day running of the team, including training, referral management, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of self and others. Person Specification
Qualifications
Recognised Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists degree level qualification. Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Member of the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). Post Graduate Dysphagia Training. Length and Nature of experience
Considerable experience in managing patients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties post-stroke. Professional, Managerial, Specialist Knowledge
Ability to identify own professional development needs and develop a professional portfolio within the appraisal framework. Skill in selection of appropriate strategies for prioritization and management of a complex caseload independently. Specialist skills in differential diagnosis and targeting of clinical interventions. Ability to demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in the education and supervision of staff, including undergraduates in this clinical area. Experience of collaboration with other agencies including the voluntary sector. Knowledge of a broad range of specialist formal and informal assessment methods. Demonstration of specialist knowledge in clinical specialism e.g., Stroke. Personal Skills and attributes
Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to engage positively with service users. Ability to work effectively as a team member. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Approachable and flexible. Other
Ability to work flexibly across the Trust. Able to attend and participate in all mandatory and statutory training events. Ability to travel around the locality as requested, independently and efficiently. 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
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Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
1 x Fixed Term contract/secondment opportunity for up to 12 months. 22.5 hours of this post can be permanent. *Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment.* We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist experienced in Stroke Rehabilitation with a passion for delivering high-quality specialist intervention. The Specialist Stroke Rehabilitation Unit is based at the Vale Community Hospital in Dursley. Experience and skills in the assessment and management of swallowing disorders and a range of communication impairments following a Stroke are essential. Adopting national best practice, this unit ensures that people suffering from a stroke will benefit from the clinical pathway, maximizing health outcomes for those likely to improve with in-patient rehabilitation. We are a friendly and collaborative multi-disciplinary team that shares a philosophy of empowering patients to be more independent and active in their recovery. You will be committed to developing your own expertise while supporting colleagues to continually develop and grow their own skills. Main duties of the job
Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to Stroke patients with communication and swallowing disorders in the community stroke unit. Work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team contributing to the holistic management and rehabilitation of the SLT caseload. Support the Therapy Lead in service development, evaluation, and quality initiatives in line with local and national drivers. Provide professional support and advice to therapy, nursing, and medical staff acting as a clinical resource for speech and language therapy in the specialist area of Stroke. Contribute to the day-to-day running of the team, including training, referral management, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of self and others. Person Specification
Qualifications
Recognised Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists degree level qualification. Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Member of the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). Post Graduate Dysphagia Training. Length and Nature of experience
Considerable experience in managing patients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties post-stroke. Professional, Managerial, Specialist Knowledge
Ability to identify own professional development needs and develop a professional portfolio within the appraisal framework. Skill in selection of appropriate strategies for prioritization and management of a complex caseload independently. Specialist skills in differential diagnosis and targeting of clinical interventions. Ability to demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in the education and supervision of staff, including undergraduates in this clinical area. Experience of collaboration with other agencies including the voluntary sector. Knowledge of a broad range of specialist formal and informal assessment methods. Demonstration of specialist knowledge in clinical specialism e.g., Stroke. Personal Skills and attributes
Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to engage positively with service users. Ability to work effectively as a team member. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Approachable and flexible. Other
Ability to work flexibly across the Trust. Able to attend and participate in all mandatory and statutory training events. Ability to travel around the locality as requested, independently and efficiently. 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
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