Job Overview:
The role of Senior Speech and Language Therapist – Neurology is a dynamic opportunity to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
This position involves collaborating with various services on-site, including acute services and early discharge teams.
The specialist stroke rehab unit where this role is based has an 8-bed capacity and a dedicated cognitive assessment area.
As part of a well-structured team consisting of a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, medical social worker, and dietitian, you will be working together towards the goal of providing high-quality care to patients.
This career development opportunity comes with excellent peer support and supervision provided, as well as a culture promoting CPD/research in the service. Additionally, there is an onsite library available for professionals to utilize.
The location of the unit is convenient, serviced by an excellent road network and offering free accessible parking facilities. Subsidized meals are also available.
* Recognised qualification as a Speech and Language Therapist and eligibility for registration with CORU
* Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience with significant experience in an acute neurological setting
* Stroke experience
* Dysphagia experience and qualification
* Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and participation in cross-site work
* Desirable: Experience conducting Videofluoroscopy
* Self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent English language written and verbal communication skills
This is an exceptional chance for an experienced SLT seeking to advance their career in a supportive environment.