We are looking for a highly specialised Speech & Language Therapist to work in a 32 bedded rehabilitation home and we provide multidisciplinary rehabilitation for adults with acquired brain injuries.
Hours: Full Time (to be discussed)
Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 per annum
About You:
You will have specialist clinical knowledge and experience in Adult Neuro-rehab. The post holder will provide assessment and intervention to address complex communication, swallowing difficulties and tracheostomy needs.
The post holder will be joining a friendly team who have a desire to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.
in a MDT alongside Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, medical and nursing teams.
1. Manages and co-ordinates the implementation of individual treatment plans for speech and language therapy services ensuring treatments, activities and interventions are delivered through effective application and communication.
2. Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking assessments to identify and prioritise patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate and relevant interventions on an individual or group basis. Maintains accurate and timely records detailing each patient’s rehabilitation / progress.
3. Ensures the effective and efficient management of more junior staff.
4. Maintains and develops close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards.
5. Contributes to business growth by actively promoting priory therapy services in line with the local units’ business plan.
6. Maintains effective communication links with patients, relatives, carers, and purchasers throughout the patient’s rehabilitation.