University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

Job overview Newly qualified or early career Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist role with the Acute Speech and Language Therapy Team. This generalist rotational position offers the chance to develop assessment and management skills for communication and swallowing disorders in adult patients across a range of clinical areas. Main duties of the job Provide assessment and treatment for patients with communication and/or swallowing difficulties under supervision Manage a defined caseload, prioritising and organising workload effectively Deliver evidence based therapy programmes and support safe swallowing management Work collaboratively with ward teams, dietitians, nurses, and medical staff Contribute to patient and carer education, including communication strategies and dietary advice Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional standards Take part in training, supervision, and service development activities Person specification Qualifications...

Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dynamic Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Acute Speech and Language Therapy Team. This is a generalist role providing assessment and management of adult patients with communication and swallowing difficulties across the acute hospital setting. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering high quality care to patients. Main duties Undertake specialist assessment, diagnosis, and management of dysphagia and communication disorders in acute patients. Independently manage a caseload of complex patients, prioritising effectively in a fast paced environment. Deliver evidence based interventions to support safe swallowing and communication. Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, dietetic, and allied health professionals. Provide advice, education, and support to patients, families, and carers. Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement...