An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our SLT teams at Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital and the Neurological Rehabilitation Centre at Edgware Hospital.
Within multi-disciplinary teams, we provide excellent quality of care for our patients. Alongside specialist clinical teams, you will be joining a team of 18 Speech and Language Therapists and SLTAs.
This post comprises rotations and specialist competencies in: Acute general medicine and elderly care, Acute stroke, Respiratory, surgical and critical care, Voice and Head & neck cancer, Specialist neurological rehabilitation. These rotational posts are regularly reviewed.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and passionate therapist, who is keen to develop specialist clinical knowledge. They should be forward thinking with excellent organisational and clinical skills to provide excellent quality of care and facilitate safe discharges. There are opportunities to lead on and participate in Quality Improvement Projects and assist in setting new directions for our service.
The Therapy Department holds a high profile within the Trust and is committed to staff and service development. We offer a range of in-service and external training to suit the needs of the service and individual’s learning objectives. You will be encouraged to develop your clinical, teaching and managerial skills within Trust values and CPD guidelines.
This post involves supporting the SLT team to manage a busy caseload and participating in the Band 6 rotation in order to gain competencies across the areas of: acute, elderly and medicine; respiratory and surgical wards, including critical care; voice, head and neck cancer service; acute stroke and specialist neurological rehabilitation. The SLT team also work with the Rapid Response Team and offer some services in this area.
Dysphagia competencies and proven skills in MDT working and prioritisation are necessary for this role. Experience of videofluoroscopy is desirable, but training will be provided as necessary. We also provide a FEES service for inpatients and outpatients.
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the regular teaching and training programme throughout the Trust.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, and we are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them. Enthusiasm for advancing equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities is essential.
Please see job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Enquiries are welcomed by Rosalind Pawar, SLT Clinical and Professional LeadRosalind.Pawar@nhs.net
This advert closes on Thursday 6 Mar 2025