About this role
Job summary
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist looking to begin or advance their career working with adults with swallowing and communication difficulties. This role is a rotational post and provides an excellent grounding in a wide range of clinical areas. Rotations will cover:
The acute general medical team - Bristol Royal Infirmary The voice/ENT team - St Michael's Hospital The stroke team - Southmead Hospital We will support the post holder in completing NQP and dysphagia competencies, as required. You will be joining our large team of 30 speech and language therapists and assistants working across UHBW sites. We are a friendly and inclusive team, focused on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care for the communities we serve. We have a strong culture of support, development and leadership including:
Support in accessing a wide range of training and CPD opportunities A rolling in-service training programme with brilliant teaching from team members and multi-disciplinary colleagues Regular 1:1 and peer supervision Membership of Band 5 Community of Practice Trust Preceptorship Programme for new graduates Commitment to our flexi-time policy to support your work-life balance A wealth of wellbeing support and strong team spirit More information is available on our SLT webpage: Other Services in Bristol | University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust (uhbristol.nhs.uk)
Main duties of the job
To provide speech and language therapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment for adults with communication and/or swallowing difficulties To work with the support and supervision of more senior colleagues To manage own time, caseload and prioritise tasks with support as required To participate in peer group supervision and regular 1:1 line management support To participate in SLT in-service training To complete NQP and dysphagia competencies to work independently with a dysphagia caseload This role would be ideal for a newly qualified therapist or a practising therapist looking to experience a range of clinical areas before committing to a specialist area. It would also suit those keen to transfer into adult work from paediatric or learning disability roles.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
Educated to degree (SLT) or equivalent HCPC registered/ RCSLT member
Desirable
Post -graduate dysphagia experience Evidence of CPD in communication and swallowing problems
Knowledge and Experience Desirable
Experience of working with adults with acquired communication/ swallowing disorders Specialist knowledge and experience of a wide range of therapeutic models of working with communication disorders and dysphagia in adults Experience of working as a core member of MDT Knowledge and experience of working with augmentative and assisted communication Experience of planning and implementing training to others
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to review and reflect on own skills and knowledge and to lead own CPD in conjunction with supervisors and peers Demonstrates highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of adult patients Ability to recognise own professional boundaries and accept support/ seek advice as appropriate Knowledge of clinical governance and audit Competent Information Technology Skills including use of MS office tools, Outlook, word, Excel Ability to work as part of an MDT
Desirable
Developing dysphagia skills: Independent working with patients with dysphagia in a range of settings
Aptitudes Essential
Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people Ability to manage own time appropriately and to prioritise tasks Excellent organisational skills Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)