Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: LocumSpeech & Language TherapyBanding: 6Location: Worthing Duration: 2-3monthsRate:  £28 £32Working hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30am-16:30pm

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locum Speech & Language Therapist to join our team in Worthing. This role involves working on acute wards, including stroke, general medicine, frailty, emergency floor (AAU), respiratory, acquired neuro, and stroke rehab. The successful candidate will provide essential speech and language therapy services, focusing on swallow and communication assessments and treatment plans.

Qualifications and Experiences:

As a Locum Speech & Language Therapist, you will be responsible for conducting swallow and communication assessments, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide comprehensive care. You will work closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes. Your role will include managing a diverse caseload, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing education and support to patients and their caregivers. Additionally, you will participate in MDT meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of therapy services.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist
• Experience working on acute wards, including stroke, general medicine, frailty, emergency floor (AAU), respiratory, acquired neuro, and stroke rehab
• Strong skills in swallow and communication assessments and treatment planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in using relevant software and equipment

Why work with Pulse?

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Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Salary Band: 28.0 - 32.0 GBP