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Speech and Language Therapist – Adult rehab

Medforce are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to provide high-quality speech and language therapy (SLT) services as part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team at a Community Hospital with a focus on assessment, diagnosis, and management of communication and swallowing disorders in adult and older populations. I will accept applications from Staff or Senior Grade.

Responsibilities Speech and Language Therapist – Adult rehab

• Provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to adults with communication and/or swallowing disorders, including dysphagia.
• Develop individualized care plans and deliver evidence-based interventions aligned with patient goals.
• Monitor patient progress and update care plans accordingly.
• Support safe oral intake through dysphagia assessment and management, including training of staff and caregivers in safe feeding practices.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing specialist knowledge to holistic care planning.

• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, nursing staff, social workers, psychologists, and other MDT colleagues to facilitate rehabilitation goals.
• Provide patient and family education and training to support communication and swallowing outcomes post-discharge.
• Advocate for patient-centred care and assist in discharge planning.

• Maintain high standards of documentation in line with professional and HSE guidelines.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, and research activities as appropriate.
• Take responsibility for supervising and teaching assigned SLT students (if senior post).
• Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge.

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the SLT service within CHOA.
• Participate in the development of clinical policies, procedures, and pathways.
• Lead or support specialist interest groups or working groups (senior role).

Responsibilities Speech and Language Therapist – Adult rehab

• BSc/MSc in Speech & Language Therapy or equivalent.
• CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience working with adults with communication and swallowing difficulties (minimum 3 years for senior post).
• Up-to-date certification in dysphagia management (for senior grade desirable).

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