Communication and Language Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Job Overview
In light of our recent service restructuring, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a new role within our acute Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) department.
The successful candidate will engage in a diverse range of responsibilities, assisting the acute SLT team with various administrative and clinical tasks. This includes collecting patient background information, coordinating with community services, and delivering face-to-face therapy sessions and assessments as designed by the SLT professionals.
You will collaborate with two other SLT Assistants specializing in Neuro and Head and Neck Cancer, alongside a supportive and experienced SLT team and our dedicated administrative staff.
Key Responsibilities
If you are seeking a rewarding challenge, contemplating a career transition, or have always been interested in the field of Speech and Language Therapy, this position may be ideal for you.
We are in search of an individual who possesses a genuine passion for helping others and a keen interest in the role of Speech and Language Therapists.
Working in an acute hospital setting means that each day presents unique challenges and learning opportunities. You will play a vital role in assisting our team in supporting patients facing various communication and swallowing difficulties. This may involve direct delivery of therapy programs, gathering essential background information, or organizing discharge documentation to ensure seamless transitions to community care.
About Our Team
The Speech and Language Therapy Team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is a dedicated and friendly group committed to providing exceptional service to our patients.
Our team values collaboration and support, as evidenced by our recently established guiding principles:
Inclusivity
- We ensure every voice is heard.
- Our team fosters a safe environment where mistakes are part of the learning process.
Collaboration
- We celebrate our expertise and share knowledge generously.
- We appreciate and respect each other's differences.
Innovation
- We aim high and embrace opportunities.
- We are willing to take risks and learn from our experiences.
Passion
- We strive to empower others at every opportunity.
- We are committed to finding positive solutions.
Patient-Centered Focus
- Our patients are at the core of everything we do.
- We work creatively to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.
Responsibilities in Clinical Care
- Conduct designated patient assessments in collaboration with qualified speech and language therapists.
- Independently execute specific tasks for individual patients or groups as part of their treatment and rehabilitation plans, including computer-based therapy and group sessions.
- If necessary, work with patients experiencing swallowing difficulties under the guidance of speech and language therapists.
- Communicate effectively with speech and language therapists and other multidisciplinary team members regarding any changes in patient conditions or relevant information.
- Prepare therapy materials, patient history documents, and low-tech communication aids under the direction of speech and language therapists.
- Provide and receive information with tact, sensitivity, and diplomacy, particularly when interacting with patients.
- Implement treatment interventions, assess outcomes, and communicate progress with qualified therapists.
- Ensure patients understand treatment proposals, obtain valid informed consent, and adhere to legal frameworks when working with patients who may lack the capacity to consent.
- Maintain knowledge of various communication disorders, including dysarthria and dyspraxia.
- Provide information on supportive agencies available to patients to enhance their recovery.
For comprehensive details regarding the role and person specification, please refer to the attached job description.
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