Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

<p></p> <h2 data-start="106" data-end="163">Job Title: Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist</h2> <p data-start="164" data-end="339"><strong data-start="164" data-end="176">Banding:</strong> Band 6<br data-start="183" data-end="186"><strong data-start="186" data-end="199">Location:</strong> West Middlesex University Hospital<br data-start="234" data-end="237"><strong data-start="237" data-end="252">Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br data-start="257" data-end="260"><strong data-start="260" data-end="278">Working Hours:</strong> Full-time / Part-time<br data-start="300" data-end="303"><strong data-start="303" data-end="312">Rate:</strong> £25.00 – £27.50 per hour</p> <hr data-start="341" data-end="344"> <h2 data-start="346" data-end="363">Job Overview</h2> <p data-start="364" data-end="677">We are currently seeking a skilled and confident <strong data-start="413" data-end="465">Band 6 Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist</strong> to join the acute therapy team at West Middlesex University Hospital. This role is based primarily on the acute wards, with potential cross-cover to the stroke unit, supporting adults with complex medical needs.</p> <p data-start="679" data-end="1066">The successful candidate will work autonomously within an acute caseload, delivering high-quality dysphagia assessment, management, and rehabilitation, alongside communication input as required. This opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist who is confident working in a fast-paced acute hospital environment and committed to delivering safe, patient-centred care.</p> <hr data-start="1068" data-end="1071"> <h2 data-start="1073" data-end="1098">Key Responsibilities</h2> <p data-start="1099" data-end="1124">In this role, you will:</p> <ul data-start="1125" data-end="1789"> <li data-start="1125" data-end="1238"> <p data-start="1127" data-end="1238">Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with dysphagia and communication difficulties within acute medical wards.</p> </li> <li data-start="1239" data-end="1363"> <p data-start="1241" data-end="1363">Deliver dysphagia rehabilitation and provide evidence-based recommendations to ensure patient safety and effective care.</p> </li> <li data-start="1364" data-end="1472"> <p data-start="1366" data-end="1472">Manage an acute caseload independently, prioritising referrals and managing clinical risk appropriately.</p> </li> <li data-start="1473" data-end="1560"> <p data-start="1475" data-end="1560">Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds, and discharge planning.</p> </li> <li data-start="1561" data-end="1670"> <p data-start="1563" data-end="1670">Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation in line with HCPC and trust standards.</p> </li> <li data-start="1671" data-end="1789"> <p data-start="1673" data-end="1789">Provide education and guidance to patients, families, and ward staff regarding swallowing and communication needs.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="1791" data-end="1794"> <h2 data-start="1796" data-end="1830">Qualifications and Experience</h2> <p data-start="1831" data-end="1879">To be considered for this role, you must have:</p> <ul data-start="1880" data-end="2302"> <li data-start="1880" data-end="1951"> <p data-start="1882" data-end="1951">A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).</p> </li> <li data-start="1952" data-end="2068"> <p data-start="1954" data-end="2068">HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).</p> </li> <li data-start="2069" data-end="2155"> <p data-start="2071" data-end="2155">Dysphagia competency with experience working within adult acute hospital settings.</p> </li> <li data-start="2156" data-end="2231"> <p data-start="2158" data-end="2231">Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound clinical judgement.</p> </li> <li data-start="2232" data-end="2302"> <p data-start="2234" data-end="2302">Excellent communication, interpersonal, and or ... (truncated, view full listing at source)