About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join the Inpatient Stroke and Early Supported Discharge (ESD) team. The post is 0.8 WTE to be worked across the 2 services.
The inpatient service is currently based at the Princess Royal Hospital Telford. The ESD service is community based working from the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
This post holder will join other Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Dietitian and assistants.They will support clinical pathways, keep up to date with evidence based practice, drive service development and support more junior staff. The post holder will have clinical experience in Stroke/ Neurology and previously successful implementation of service improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced therapist to make an impact on patients' Stroke recovery through assessment and treatment along the clinical pathway from Acute/ Subacute setting into the ESD team.
Development of specific clinical competencies e.g. Video Fluoroscopy can be supported for the right candidate if required. This role will be supported with their clinical learning and development by our Band 8a Instrumental Assessment & Complex Dysphagia SLT.This role will have a band 7 SLT job share partner for the inpatient service and work with a Band 6 SLT in the ESD team.
Main duties of the job
To lead and provide expert SLT care to patient in the inpatient stroke and ESD teams. To provide swallowing and communication assessments and treatments as per SSNAP standards.To provide support and education to colleagues both within and outside of the teams. To demonstrate evidence of clinical expertise in this field and working to evidence based practice
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.
We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.
Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.
By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.
Job description Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
HCPC acknowledged qualification in SLT HCPC registered
Desirable
Stroke qualification or MSc modules relevant to the post
Experience Essential
Evidence of extensive experience in this clinical area Evidence of teaching and presentation experience Experience in audit and outcome measures
Desirable
Working within MDT teams influencing service delivery
Knowledge Essential
Evidence of recent relevant CPD Evidence of implementing service development initiatives Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based practice Demonstrates advanced clinical skill and clinical reasoning skills Evidence of working to national and local drivers for this clinical area
Skills Essential
Proven leadership skills Ability to prioritise workload under pressure Excellent communication skills in a variety of modalities Valid driving License to drive in UK
Desirable
Experience in Video Fluoroscopy
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
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Employer details Employer name The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address The Princess Royal Hospital
Telford
TF1 6TF
Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)