Advanced Speech and Language Therapist, Wellington
Client: London Bridge Hospital
Location: Wellington, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 19e94d70f85c
Job Views: 91
Posted: 22.01.2025
Expiry Date: 08.03.2025
Job Description:
Advanced Speech and Language Therapist - Neuro Rehab
London, The Wellington Hospital
Full time: Monday – Friday 37.5 hour per week
9am – 5pm
Permanent
£Competitive salary dependent on experience
We’re looking for an Advanced Speech and Language Therapist to join our Neuro Rehabilitation Speech and Language Therapy team at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated “Good” by the CQC and home to the largest private hospital-based rehabilitation centre in the UK.
In the 20 years since our Rehabilitation centre launched we’ve established an international reputation for delivering the very best rehabilitation programmes, transforming the lives of thousands of patients. Our Speech and Language Therapy team plays a vital role across both our acute medical ward and Neurological rehabilitation wards.
As an Advanced Speech and Language Therapist, you will have a proven track record of working in Neuro Rehabilitation environments. We work with diverse medical and surgical presentations across our neuro-surgical, spinal, oncology, general medical, and critical care units. MDT and interdisciplinary working form a key part of our work. You will also be part of the HCA SLT Acute Network who meet regularly to discuss the latest developments in evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.
In return for your expertise, you’ll have the chance to work alongside some of the top Neuro consultants, get access to training and professional development, and work with high-level, state-of-the-art, assistive technology to supplement your Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
What you’ll bring:
1. Professional qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
2. Registered member of HCPC
3. Significant experience of working within a neuro rehab hospital setting.
4. Evidence of successful completion of tracheostomy competency framework & able to independently manage these patients within a critical care environment.
5. Evidence of successful completion of Level 3 videofluoroscopy competencies/ MBSIMP.
6. Competencies in FEES is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
As an Advanced Speech and Language Therapist - Neuro, you’ll be eligible for:
1. 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
2. Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
3. Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
4. Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
5. Group Life Assurance from day one
6. Critical illness cover
7. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
8. Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
9. Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
10. Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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