Mediplacements are looking to recruit a band 6 Speech and Language Therapist for a locum position with our client in Cumbria.

The pay for this position is £23-£28 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8/8.30- 4/4.30pm - 37.5 hours per week

Job Description:

• To provide specialist assessment management and treatment to patients with communication and/or swallowing difficulties in a range of settings across acute and community.
• To be responsible for a specialist Speech and Language therapy caseload of adults with diverse therapy needs.
• To participate in the co-ordination, development and delivery of training programmes and information packages for colleagues in health, voluntary sector organisations, and family / carers.
• To be responsible for the assessment treatment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based specialised therapy interventions for a defined caseload.
• To undertake comprehensive assessment of adults with diverse presentations, using self-determined investigative and analytical skills, to formulate hypotheses in order to determine a diagnosis
• To establish individualized management and treatment plans, using clinical reasoning and utilising a range of evidence based treatment skills and options to formulate interventions and programmes of care.
• To promote health and reduce inequalities for adults and their families and communities, so that they may be able to maximise their potential. To work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary framework to achieve integrated care for patients.

ROLE OF DEPARTMENT

• The role of the department is to provide assessment, diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic interventions for adults presenting with swallowing and / or communication difficulties in a given locality
• The department works with other NHS organisations in Cumbria to support the integration of clinical services to improve the health and wellbeing of the adult population
• The department works with healthcare and other organisations outside Cumbria to improve the health and wellbeing of the patients
• The department provides specialist education, training and advice to healthcare professionals and carers and to other agencies as requested.

If you're interested in working as a locum speech therapist with Mediplacements, apply now! When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training. If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.