Mediplacements are looking to recruit a band 6 Speech and Language Therapist for a locum position with our client in Essex.

The pay for this position is £23-£28 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.

JOB SUMMARY
To provide an Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service for stroke or frailty inpatients or Early Supportive Discharge Service (ESD).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-To be the clinical lead within CICC and ESD for people with stroke and other medical conditions within the frailty remit that result in a disorder of communication or swallow.
-To provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of people with communication and swallowing disorders following stroke.
-To provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of people with communication and swallowing disorders related to a wide range of other medical conditions under the frailty remit.
-To support and supervise rehabilitation assistants treating people in CICC.
-To provide clinical supervision in this specialism for less experienced speech and language therapists and rehabilitation assistants in both CICC and ESD.
-To keep up to date with developments in the management of specialist caseloads and to lead and support the team in the development and use of innovative assessment and treatment methods.
-To support Lead Speech and Language Therapist in the development of a Dysphagia Trained Nurse programme for the registered nurses within CICC and deliver this training programme.
-To keep Lead Speech and Language Therapist and CICC Matron advised of any changes or developments that may affect planning and policy within the specialism.
-To advise speech and language therapy colleagues on clinical issues relating to people with stroke and frailty, offering a second opinion when requested.
-To work with the Principal SLT to develop and monitor clinical policies, guidelines and procedures for the speech and language therapy service in CICC and ESD.
-To build good working relationships with community and hospital professionals working with people with stroke and frailty

If you're interested in working as a locum speech therapist with Mediplacements, apply now!

When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs.