Sinsearach Teiripeoir Urlabhra & Teanga- Painéal Sealadach - 1.1 WTE availableMain Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive quality Speech & Language service to patients with communication and swallowing disorders within the Head & neck oncology /ENT specialityBe responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment for a wide variety of communication and swallowing disorders across varied client groups i.e. Head & neck oncology, ENT, Acquired neurological disordersTo assess, diagnosis and treat clients presenting with dysphagia, to use objective assessment tools, i.e., Videofluoroscopy and F.E.E.S.To assist in the voice stroboscopy clinic.To assist in the Surgical voice restoration service.To work as part of various multidisciplinary teams with close liaison with all members of the, ENT and Head & Neck Oncologyteam. To attend team meetings, case conferences etc. To communicate effectively and work cooperatively with members of the multidisciplinary team.To liaise with appropriate services, i.e., Community Care, Public Health Nurses, Voluntary Organisations, Support groups, and public bodies.Education & TrainingContinuing education is an integral part of a Speech and Language Therapist' career. Maintain and develop professional expertise and knowledge by actively engaging in continuing professional Development e.g. Reflective practice, by attending and providing inservice, to attend conferences, professional courses, keep up to date with recent literature / knowledge, attend Journal Clubs and maintain a continued professional development log.To participate in own professional supervision with Speech & Language therapy manager.To supervise Basic Grade Speech & Language Therapists.Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists and promote and engage in training / teaching / support of student's medical, nursing, or post graduate dysphagia students.Administration DutiesTo perform clerical duties in connection with work i.e. maintaining accurate clinical records, statistics and therapy outcome measures.To maintain a high standard of record keeping administration and time management skills.To be involved in the planning and implementation of audit and research.To assist the departmental manager in service planning and to undertake quality initiatives in chosen areas.To Deputise for the Speech & Language Therapy Manager..General Hospital DutiesThere is a responsibility on all staff to adhere to all hospital guidelines, policies & procedures and best practise. This includes infection control guidelines, waste management, and environmental management etc.Co-operating with the maintenance and future development of Information Technology within the Department and the Hospital generally.Attend mandatory training and any other recommended training.There is a responsibility on all staff to participate in internal and external audit and review as appropriate.To work in a manner with due care and attention to safety of self, patients, staff and other persons in the workplace with reference to the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005.The post holder is accountable, responsible and has authority for delivering a quality service and ensuring patient safety. The post holder will work within a Risk Management Framework to achieve the HIQA Safer, Better Healthcare Standards and other quality standards as appropriate.To report immediately to Line Managers/nominated persons, any accidents or incidents involving patients, staff and/or members of the public in line with hospital policy.To comply and be familiar with all hospital policies and procedures and in particular those relating to Safety, Health and Welfare, Infection Control, Hygiene, Risk Management and Decontamination.To attend and participate in such meetings and events as may be required from time to time.To perform/undertake any other duties within the hospital as assigned from time to time by the Speech & Language Therapy Manager, the Chief Executive, or deputy on their behalf.Please see attached Job Description for further information relating to the post.