Speech and Language Therapist My client a busy Hospital in Dublin are looking for a Staff Grade Speech and Language Therapist, They will deliver a high-quality, evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy service toadult inpatientswithin an acute hospital setting.
The post-holder will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of a broad range ofcommunication and swallowing disorders, with a strong emphasis ondysphagia.
Responsibilities of Speech and Language Therapist Assess and manage adult patients with communication impairments, including aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia of speech, and cognitive-communication disorders.
Perform bedside assessments of swallowing function and provide safe, person-centred dysphagia management.
Participate in or support instrumental assessments of swallowing (e.g., VFSS or FEES) where applicable.
Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Provide timely and appropriate recommendations regarding diet modifications, alternative communication strategies, and referrals.
Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, dietetics, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and radiology teams.
Attend ward rounds, case conferences, and discharge planning meetings as required.
Liaise with community services to support safe discharge and continuity of care.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in line with hospital and CORU standards.
Engage in continuous professional development and remain up to date with current research and best practices.
Contribute to quality improvement, audits, and clinical governance activities within the SLT department.
Requirements of Speech and Language Therapist Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy and registration withCORUas a Speech and Language Therapist.
Clinical experience in the assessment and management of adults withdysphagiaand communication disorders.
Desirable Criteria: Postgraduate training in dysphagia management (e.g., FEES or VFSS).
Experience in anacute hospitalor similar healthcare setting.
Familiarity with Irish healthcare systems and discharge pathways.
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