Lead Speech and Language Therapy Specialist
4 weeks ago
Position Overview
We are pleased to announce a unique opportunity for a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to become a pivotal member of our team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. This role involves a job share arrangement, collaborating with an existing Band 7 therapist, both of whom will work three days a week.
The successful candidate will take charge of the speech and language therapy service, overseeing daily management and providing guidance to junior staff while spearheading the clinical advancement of the service.
The team comprises Band 6 and Band 5 Speech and Language Therapists, a Speech and Language Therapy apprentice, and a part-time therapy assistant.
We deliver an acute inpatient service to our adult wards, alongside inpatient and outpatient adult videofluoroscopy clinics, and are on the verge of launching our FEES service.
This is an exciting period for our department as we aim to expand our services, particularly with the recent addition of a neonatal/paediatric Speech and Language Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
The post holder will be accountable for:
- Managing the clinical and administrative functions of the speech and language therapy team, ensuring effective monitoring of referrals and prioritization of caseloads in line with service guidelines.
- Organizing and executing the hospital's speech and language therapy service and its associated caseload efficiently, adhering to service guidelines to provide a fair, responsive, and effective service.
- Addressing initial verbal complaints with sensitivity, aiming to resolve issues without escalation, while keeping the line manager informed of all incidents and documenting them according to Trust policy.
- Ensuring compliance with Trust and speech and language therapy policies, and that all procedures are followed diligently.
- Conducting clinical work with adults facing a variety of acquired communication and swallowing challenges, maintaining a high standard of clinical practice.
About Our Organization
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) offers a comprehensive range of general acute, outpatient, and diagnostic services across multiple facilities. We employ approximately 3,500 staff members and cater to a local population of around 350,000 individuals.
Our Core Values
At The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, we are committed to enhancing patient experiences through our core values:
- Patient-Centric Approach: Always prioritizing the patient and their wellbeing in our efforts.
- Commitment to Excellence: Celebrating our successes and learning from our mistakes to foster continuous improvement.
- Collaborative Innovation: Embracing diversity to combine our skills and experiences, working together to discover new and improved care methods.
We believe in investing in our staff and recognizing high standards of care while striving for excellence. In return, we expect our team members to uphold our Trust values to the highest degree.
Job Responsibilities
For further details regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and personal specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
- Recognized Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
- Registered with the Health Professionals Council and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
- Postgraduate training in dysphagia management and videofluoroscopy.
Desirable:
- Membership in relevant speech and language therapy Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs) or the British Aphasiology Society.
Knowledge
Essential:
- Comprehensive understanding of national policies, guidelines, and procedures related to speech and language therapy.
- Awareness of service delivery issues within primary and secondary care and the voluntary sector.
- Knowledge of record-keeping standards.
Experience
Essential:
- Experience working with a diverse range of complex conditions, including stroke, adult learning disabilities, head and neck cancers, neurological disorders, and dementia.
- Proficiency in utilizing specialized assessments such as psycholinguistics and videofluoroscopy.
- Experience collaborating within an interdisciplinary team.
- Experience supervising students and assistants.
Desirable:
- Participation in service planning and clinical governance groups.
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