Band 6/7 Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

1 week ago

Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Pulse Healthcare Full time £58,560 - £70,240 per year

Job Title: Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Bedford 
Working Hours: Full-time/Part-time
Duration: 3 months
Rate: £28-34 per hour

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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6/7 Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at Bedford Hospital. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide specialized speech and language therapy services to adult patients in an acute setting. If you have a passion for helping patients with communication and swallowing disorders and are looking for a temporary position to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. This position is available immediately, with both full-time and part-time options considered for a duration of three months.

Responsibilities:
As a Band 6/7 Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist you will be responsible for providing specialist speech and language therapy services to adult patients in an acute setting. This includes conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions to address communication and swallowing disorders. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Additionally, you will maintain accurate patient records, participate in clinical audits, and contribute to the development of speech and language therapy services. Your role will also involve providing education and support to patients and their families, ensuring continuity of care and promoting optimal recovery.

Qualifications and Experiences:

  • Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Proven experience in providing speech and language therapy services to adults, particularly in acute settings.
  • Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention for communication and swallowing disorders.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in speech and language therapy.

Why work with Pulse?

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Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you'll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won't find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

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