Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

What you will do

Independently manage a caseload of adult patients within an acute hospital setting.
Assess and manage adults presenting with acquired swallowing difficulties and dysphagia.
Assess and provide intervention for adults with acquired communication difficulties.
Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans based on patients’ clinical needs.
Provide specialist dysphagia assessment, advice and management in line with professional standards and local protocols.
Work autonomously while recognising when further clinical input or escalation is required.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective patient care and discharge planning.
Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, relatives, carers and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.
Participate in relevant multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and clinical reviews.

Independently manage a caseload of adult patients within an acute hospital setting.
Assess and manage adults presenting with acquired swallowing difficulties and dysphagia.
Assess and provide intervention for adults with acquired communication difficulties.
Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans based on patients’ clinical needs.
Provide specialist dysphagia assessment, advice and management in line with professional standards and local protocols.
Work autonomously while recognising when further clinical input or escalation is required.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective patient care and discharge planning.
Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, relatives, carers and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.
Participate in relevant multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and clinical reviews.