Job summary
The Speech & Language Therapy team at UHD are looking for a B6 therapist to join our integrated stroke therapy team.
Following recent investment in training, we have a number of opportunities in the team. This will include actively working towards obtaining video fluoroscopy competencies with the possibility of FEES competencies at a later date.
This role requires HCPC Registration
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
We are a friendly, sociable and supportive team with a focus on service improvement and team development. Our Stroke team are currently involved in the international PhEAST study, providing opportunities to be involved in research and to deliver pharyngeal electrical stimulation to dysphagic patients. You will be invited to actively participate in service improvement projects to improve the quality of care for our stroke patients. There will also be the opportunity to supervise newly qualified members of the team.
We offer a 7-day service to our patients so weekend and bank holiday working will be required. As part of University Hospitals Dorset, this post will involve primarily working at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital site, however, there is an expectation that there may be occasional cross site working
Part-time and flexible working options will be considered.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
- Dysphagia Competency
- HCPC registration
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Desirable
- Videofluoroscopy competencies RCSLT level 3
- To be competent in the assessment and management of patients with tracheostomy
Experience
Essential
- Working with a range of conditions including respiratory, neurological conditions, acquired disorders, long-term conditions and care of the elderly in an acute setting
- Independent assessment, management, therapeutic intervention and discharge of patients with communication disorders and dysphagia
Desirable
- Supervision of students and junior staff
- Working in a Critical Care environment
Technical Skills
Essential
- Skills to assess, manage & treat conditions and patients with complex multi pathologies at specialist level
- Skills in assessment and support of alternative and augmentative communication aids
- Skills to independently prioritise clinical and nonclinical workload
Desirable
- Skills to teach & supervise staff & assistants
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of evidence based practice for the treatment of aphasia, dysarthria, dyspraxia and dysphagia post stroke
- Knowledge of the clinical pathway for patients from acute care to long term management
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its relevance to clinical situations
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks, NICE guidance and National strategy documents.
- Ability to critique evidence base and apply to clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of pathways for patients with a tracheostomy
Other requirements specific to
Desirable
- To have a full driving license
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reflective practitioner
Language Requirement
Essential
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
- Dysphagia Competency
- HCPC registration
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Desirable
- Videofluoroscopy competencies RCSLT level 3
- To be competent in the assessment and management of patients with tracheostomy
Experience
Essential
- Working with a range of conditions including respiratory, neurological conditions, acquired disorders, long-term conditions and care of the elderly in an acute setting
- Independent assessment, management, therapeutic intervention and discharge of patients with communication disorders and dysphagia
Desirable
- Supervision of students and junior staff
- Working in a Critical Care environment
Technical Skills
Essential
- Skills to assess, manage & treat conditions and patients with complex multi pathologies at specialist level
- Skills in assessment and support of alternative and augmentative communication aids
- Skills to independently prioritise clinical and nonclinical workload
Desirable
- Skills to teach & supervise staff & assistants
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of evidence based practice for the treatment of aphasia, dysarthria, dyspraxia and dysphagia post stroke
- Knowledge of the clinical pathway for patients from acute care to long term management
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its relevance to clinical situations
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks, NICE guidance and National strategy documents.
- Ability to critique evidence base and apply to clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of pathways for patients with a tracheostomy
Other requirements specific to
Desirable
- To have a full driving license
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reflective practitioner
Language Requirement
Essential
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
