Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6/7
Location: St Mary’s Hospital, London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £26.00–£31.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or part-time
Contract Duration: 3 months, with the option to extend

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6/7 Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join the team at St Mary’s Hospital, London, on a locum basis for an initial period of three months, with the possibility of extension.

The successful candidate will have experience working within an acute hospital setting, providing specialist assessment and management for adults presenting with complex communication and swallowing disorders. You must be confident and competent in the independent management of patients with tracheostomies and dysphagia.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinician to contribute to high-quality patient care within an acute hospital environment, supporting safe and effective clinical decision-making and working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

With an immediate start available and flexible full-time or part-time working options, this is an ideal opportunity for a skilled Speech and Language Therapist seeking their next locum position.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assess and manage adult patients presenting with complex communication and swallowing disorders within an acute hospital setting.
• Independently assess and manage patients with dysphagia, developing appropriate evidence-based treatment and management plans.
• Independently manage patients with tracheostomies, applying specialist clinical knowledge to support safe and effective care.
• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and provide recommendations to support patient safety, recovery and rehabilitation.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and wider multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance regarding communication, swallowing and tracheostomy management.
• Prioritise and manage an acute clinical caseload according to patients’ clinical needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and support appropriate discharge planning.
• Ensure clinical practice reflects current evidence-based guidelines and professional standards.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• Current Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.
• Proven experience working with adults within an acute hospital setting.
• The ability to independently assess and manage patients with tracheostomies.
• Competence in the independent assessment and management of dysphagia.
• Experience assessing and managing complex communication and swallowing disorders.
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a demanding acute caseload.

Previous experience in an acute hospital environment managing complex adult caseloads is essential for this position.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Band 6/7 Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist with a strong background in dysphagia and independent tracheostomy management, we would love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to join the team at St Mary’s Hospital, London, with an immediate start, flexible part-time or full-time working arrangements and the possibility of extending the initial three-month contract.

Please apply using the link below or contact our specialist team to find out more about this opportunity.

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