Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Grade: Band 8 Trust: West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust Location: Watford General Hospital, Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 0HB Ward/Dept: Adult Speech & Language Therapy Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week or less Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm. Pay Rates - Day: £27.36 The Role If you are someone who would describe themselves as self-sufficient, reliable, and pro-active then this role is perfect for you We have an exciting opportunity for a band 6/7 speech and language therapist to work Full-time hours. The post is to work on the acute general wards and covering stroke ward when required. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, to work with a friendly team of 7 speech and language therapists. The ideal candidate should have achieved dysphagia training and should be skilled in managing complex dysphagia patients. The post provides an exciting opportunity to develop skills and knowledge within the areas of stroke and acute wards. You will have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and experienced colleagues. The Trust/Ward/Department West Hertfordshire Hospitals values include Commitment, Care and Quality, as reflected in their vision statement "The very best care, for every patient, every day". To recognise the hard work of their staff each month, West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust they take time to recognise a member of staff who has gone the extra mile in a 'Celebrating Excellence’ staff award. Their hospitals are on the doorstep of London, with excellent schools, award-winning parks, and great recreational facilities - all surrounded by beautiful countryside. The Responsibilities If you are successful in your application to this post, you will be expected to manage and deliver on the responsibilities outlined below - as well as those not included here, call today to discuss further: · To determine and carry out advanced assessments for clients and to evaluate the information gained to make appropriate clinical decisions based on specialist clinical knowledge and including a differential diagnosis. · To determine, structure and deliver advanced specialist care plans for intervention including treatment, advice, review, discharge, information exchange and communication with client, team members and carers following assessment, with reference to best practice using a range of therapy acute approaches, evidence-based practice, and outcome measures. · To determine where a client’s needs are best met by individual and/or group therapy, and to establish/provide/refer on to a group as appropriate. · To adapt specialist care plans to the changing needs of the client integrating the client’s goals, changing circumstances and any ongoing assessment information. · To assess needs, identify appropriate equipment (including high- and low-tech communication aids), coordinate trials/purchase of equipment, introduce augmentative communication equipment to the clients and carers and to monitor changing needs for appropriate clients. To be successful in applying for this role you will need: Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree. Health Professions Council licence to practise. Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Dysphagia-trained. Experience relevant to an adult caseload. In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of Relevant Qualifications Registration with the relevant Registration Body if applicable. Who are NHS Professionals? If a hospital cannot supply staff on a ward or area, due to increased demand, sickness, or common staff shortages, they need to call upon Bank staff. NHS Professionals works with Trusts to develop a 'Bank’ of highly skilled workers who want to work flexibly with the NHS. Why NHS Professionals? We value your skills, dedication, and commitment in supporting your local Trust and the NHS. We believe together we continue to deliver world-class healthcare service to our patients. In return for your hard work commitment NHS Professionals (NHSP) can offer you some fantastic benefits: - · Competitive Pay Rates - work this week, get paid next week · First choice of placements at over 50 NHS Trusts in England · Dedicated consultants · Flexible working options · Free DBS and free training · Build holiday allowance · Stakeholder pension scheme

Location: Watford, GB

Posted Date: 2/6/2025