Adult Acute Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Charing Cross Hospital, London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Salary: £24.00–£31.00 per hour Working Hours: Full or part time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join the team at Charing Cross Hospital on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist to work within a specialist Head & Neck caseload, providing high-quality assessment and intervention to patients with a range of communication and swallowing needs.

The role is available for an immediate start and will run for an initial period of 3 months, with both full-time and part-time hours considered.

You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, using your clinical expertise to assess, manage and provide tailored interventions for patients across the Head & Neck caseload.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with Head & Neck conditions.
• Develop and deliver individualised treatment plans based on patients’ clinical needs.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure effective and coordinated patient care.
• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input across the Head & Neck caseload.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and regulatory standards.
• Participate in relevant multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and clinical reviews.
• Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Work in accordance with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) standards and guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Previous experience working within an acute hospital setting.
• Relevant experience managing a Head & Neck caseload.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive, professional and patient-centred approach to clinical practice.

Why Choose Pulse?

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How to Apply

If you’re interested in this locum Speech and Language Therapist position at Charing Cross Hospital, would like to find out more about the role, or are looking to explore other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.

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