Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous assessment and management of adult patients with dysphagia within acute wards
• Deliver dysphagia rehabilitation and contribute to communication assessment and intervention
• Manage and prioritise an acute caseload effectively, responding to urgent referrals
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support patient care and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with Trust and professional standards

Requirements

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Proven experience in adult acute or hospital-based SLT service
• Dysphagia competency
• Ability to work independently within an acute caseload

Preferred Qualifications

• Videofluoroscopy competency
• Tracheostomy competency

About the Company

Pulse is a specialist recruitment agency with consultants who understand the Speech and Language Therapy profession, offering personalised support to find roles that align with your career goals.