Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

<p></p> <p data-start="199" data-end="491"><strong data-start="199" data-end="213">Job Title:</strong> Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist<br data-start="255" data-end="258"><strong data-start="258" data-end="270">Banding:</strong> Band 6<br data-start="277" data-end="280"><strong data-start="280" data-end="293">Location:</strong> London<br data-start="300" data-end="303"><strong data-start="303" data-end="316">Hospital:</strong> Ealing Hospital<br data-start="332" data-end="335"><strong data-start="335" data-end="350">Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br data-start="355" data-end="358"><strong data-start="358" data-end="371">Duration:</strong> 3 months (with the option to extend)<br data-start="408" data-end="411"><strong data-start="411" data-end="420">Rate:</strong> £24.00 – £26.50 per hour<br data-start="445" data-end="448"><strong data-start="448" data-end="466">Working Hours:</strong> Full time or Part time</p> <hr data-start="493" data-end="496"> <h3 data-start="498" data-end="514">Job Overview</h3> <p data-start="516" data-end="694">We are currently seeking an experienced and confident <strong data-start="570" data-end="622">Band 6 Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist</strong> to join an established NHS acute team at <strong data-start="664" data-end="683">Ealing Hospital</strong> in London.</p> <p data-start="696" data-end="1066">This is an <strong data-start="707" data-end="738">in-patient adult acute role</strong>, ideal for a therapist who is able to work independently within a fast-paced hospital environment. You will be responsible for managing a complex caseload, with a particular focus on the <strong data-start="926" data-end="968">assessment and management of dysphagia</strong>, working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.</p> <p data-start="1068" data-end="1185">The post is initially offered for <strong data-start="1102" data-end="1114">3 months</strong>, with the <strong data-start="1125" data-end="1145">option to extend</strong> based on service needs and performance.</p> <hr data-start="1187" data-end="1190"> <h3 data-start="1192" data-end="1216">Key Responsibilities</h3> <p data-start="1218" data-end="1241">In this role, you will:</p> <ul data-start="1243" data-end="1884"> <li data-start="1243" data-end="1353"> <p data-start="1245" data-end="1353">Independently assess, diagnose, and manage <strong data-start="1288" data-end="1318">adult in-patient caseloads</strong> within an acute hospital setting</p> </li> <li data-start="1354" data-end="1469"> <p data-start="1356" data-end="1469">Provide expert assessment and treatment of <strong data-start="1399" data-end="1412">dysphagia</strong>, including bedside and clinical swallowing assessments</p> </li> <li data-start="1470" data-end="1588"> <p data-start="1472" data-end="1588">Deliver evidence-based <strong data-start="1495" data-end="1548">speech, language, and communication interventions</strong> for adults with complex medical needs</p> </li> <li data-start="1589" data-end="1710"> <p data-start="1591" data-end="1710">Work collaboratively within a <strong data-start="1621" data-end="1647">multidisciplinary team</strong>, including medical, nursing, and allied health professionals</p> </li> <li data-start="1711" data-end="1814"> <p data-start="1713" data-end="1814">Maintain <strong data-start="1722" data-end="1768">accurate and timely clinical documentation</strong> in line with NHS and professional standards</p> </li> <li data-start="1815" data-end="1884"> <p data-start="1817" data-end="1884">Contribute to discharge planning and ongoing patient care reviews</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="1886" data-end="1889"> <h3 data-start="1891" data-end="1924">Qualifications and Experience</h3> <p data-start="1926" data-end="1972">To be considered for this role, you must have:</p> <ul data-start="1974" data-end="2339"> <li data-start="1974" data-end="2048"> <p data-start="1976" data-end="2048">A recognised <strong ... (truncated, view full listing at source)