Overview Applications are invited for the position of Speech and Language Therapist - General Medicine in the Speech and Language Therapy Department of St. Vincent's University Hospital. Informal Enquiries or Role Specific Enquiries to: Ms Fionnuala Duffy, Speechand Language Therapist Manager Please download the below job description for this position, as this will not be available online after the vacancy close date. Applications for St. Vincent's University Hospital job vacancies will only be accepted through SVUH Careers Page. Any applications submitted after the vacancy has closed will not be accepted. You will receive a confirmation email within 2 working days that your application has been received. We highly recommend that you contact us by emailing if you do not hear from us. Closing date of applications: 27/05/2026. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. 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Key Responsibilities Professional /Clinical The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will: Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment/intervention programmes for patients with communication and/or disorders of oro-pharyngeal swallowing function and feeding ability according to professional standards Be able to make specialist clinical decisions following assessment of complex cases Arrange and carry out assessment and treatment/ intervention programmes in line with local policies/guidelines Communicate results of assessments and recommendations to the patient and relevant others as appropriate in line with local policies/guidelines Document all assessments, diagnosis, treatment/intervention plans, clinical notes, relevant contacts and summaries in accordance with department and professional standards Collaborate with patients, families, carers and other staff in goal setting and treatment/intervention planning Liaise with all disciplines involved with direct patient care so that all facets of patient care are planned and co-ordinated Provide support and information in relation to communication and/or feeding, eating, drinking and swallowing disorders etc. to patients, their carers and relevant others Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and designated staff Manage a caseload effectively including prioritisation, time management and efficient use of service delivery models Provide clinical leadership in the day-to-day running of the service by supporting and supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale Attend clinics and participate in meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. as appropriate Represent the department/profession/team at meetings and conferences as designated by Speech & Language Therapist Manager Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of standards /strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement and adhere to existing standards and protocols Participate in and collaborate with departmental and hospital research projects Actively engage in team based performance management, where appropriate Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation Seek advice and assistance from the Speech & Language Therapist Manager with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond scope of his/her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance Operate within the scope of practice as set out by the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists Participate in the clinical education of Speech and Language Therapy students as appropriate Participate in and develop activities which support Health Promotion Carry out other duties as assigned by the Speech and Language Therapist Manager Liaise with other speech & language therapy - within, IEHG, CHO 6 and nationally. Education and Training The Speech and Language Therapist will: Participate in mandatory and recommended training programmes in accordance with departmental/organisational guidelines Maintain and develop professional expertise and knowledge by actively engaging in continuing professional development e.g. reflective practice, by attending and presenting at in-service events, training courses, conferences, professional courses or other courses relevant to practice, participating in research etc. Avail of and participate in own supervision with Speech and Language Therapist Manager Manage, participate and play a key role in practice education of student therapists and promote and engage in teaching/training/support of others as appropriate (e.g. to staff, students, patients, carers etc.) Attend practice educator courses as required Participate in planning and performance management/personal development reviews as required with the Speech and Language Therapy Manager Maintain a continuous professional development (CPD) folder/online log in accordance with departmental and CORU guidelines Health and Safety The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will: Comply with hospital and community policies in relation to fire, health & safety, risk management, Freedom of Information, patient confidentiality, radiation safety dignity in the workplace and GDPR. Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazards and accidents and bring to the attention of the relevant person(s) in line with best practice Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others Keep up-to-date with all departmental and hospital standards, policies, guidelines and protocols Be aware of risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action Promote a culture that values diversity and respect Administrative The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will, in consultation with the Speech and Language Therapist Manager: Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area (AMU, AMAU and general medicine). Ensure good working practice and adherence to standards of best practice Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Speech and Language Therapy service, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services Assist the Speech and Language Therapist Manager in service development, including policy development and implementation Ensure the maintenance of accurate records in line with clinical governance, the organisation's requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, and provide reports and other information/statistics as required Engage in service audit and demonstrate the achievement of the service objectives and Key Performance Indicators and Quality Improvement Projects Deputise for the Speech and Language Therapy Manager as required Engage in technological developments as they apply to patient care and service administration Be responsible for the organisation, maintenance and replacement of stock/equipment pertaining to the AMU service and general medicine caseload. Keep up to date with change and developments within the Irish Health Service Our Requirements Please refer to the job description or candidate informationbooklet attached to this advertisement. What We Offer Please refer to the job description or candidate informationbooklet attached to this advertisement. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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