Clinical Specialist S&L

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Band 7,Clinical Specialist SLT (Stroke Therapy), 0.77 wte 29 hr Permanent (Tues to Fri).

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our Stroke Therapy Team. We are a compassionate team and provide high-quality person-centred rehabilitation to stroke survivors in Rotherham.

We deliver this care in a consistent and organised way to maximize the potential of the service-users we support. We are efficient and accountable, and communicate effectively with each other and our clients.

We always put the stroke survivor, their carers and the people we work with, at the centre of every decision we make. We provide a pathway of integrated care across the Stroke Recovery Unit (acute and rehab) and the Integrated Community Stroke Service (early supported discharge and community stroke rehab up to 6 months). We are the only therapy team across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to work in this innovative and dynamic way.

Our pathway provides a seamless transfer of care for stroke survivors and their carers. Hyper-acute stroke care is delivered locally in Sheffield and Doncaster. This provides the opportunity to work closely with our partner organisations across our integrated care system.

Our MDT includes SLTs, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Clinical Psychologists, Assistant Practitioners, Therapy Support and admin staff. This skill mix enables us to offer holistic and bespoke rehabilitation.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will specialise in the management of patients with complex dysphagia and complex communication impairments. We believe in leadership at all levels and the post holder will have experience in supervising staff and students on placement.

The post-holder will receive clinical supervision and group supervision, participate in regular in-service training sessions, evidence-based practice learning groups, and be supported to develop their leadership and MDT Stroke-specialist clinical skills. There are opportunities to support the team in service development and evaluation projects to enhance patient care and experience.

The post-holder will contribute to the national targets associated with this specialty i.e. SSNAP. They will be involved in service improvement and development in order to enhance patient care and experience, working closely with the Team Leaders in line with the National Stroke Service Model and the new National Clinical Guideline for Stroke.

The post holder will have current HCPC registration, experience of treating patients with complex comorbidities and be dysphagia trained to the specialist level.

You will work with the team midweek (Tues - Fri) and will contribute to weekend and bank holiday working alongside the multidisciplinary team on a rota basis.

You will need to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010)

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

25 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-07-029A

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Able to demonstrate advanced neurological patient assessment and treatment skills e.g. dysphagia and communication assessments
Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and team workload, delegate and meet required timescales
Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Provides learning and development to other professionals within own work area and other clinical areas
Proven leadership skills and the ability to lead, motivate and support others
Ability to reflect and critically appraise own and others performance
Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to identify need for service development and implement action plans to address
Clinical experience of working in patients own homes
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis including virtual consultation platforms
Ability to utilise technology for the recording and collection of data and to support clinical care (eg: SystmOne, Meditech)
Ability to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010)

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Speech and Language Diploma/Degree qualification or equivalent
Current HCPC Registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
Post-graduate qualifications to Masters level or equivalent relevant to dysphagia speciality

Desirable

Management/leadership qualification or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

Evidence of advanced Stroke/neurological knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information and Clinical Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines for the area of Stroke
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods in Stroke
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment, risk assessment and implications for service area (Stroke Rehab Pathway)

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Able to demonstrate advanced neurological patient assessment and treatment skills e.g. dysphagia and communication assessments
Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and team workload, delegate and meet required timescales
Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Provides learning and development to other professionals within own work area and other clinical areas
Proven leadership skills and the ability to lead, motivate and support others
Ability to reflect and critically appraise own and others performance
Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to identify need for service development and implement action plans to address
Clinical experience of working in patients own homes
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis including virtual consultation platforms
Ability to utilise technology for the recording and collection of data and to support clinical care (eg: SystmOne, Meditech)
Ability to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010)

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Speech and Language Diploma/Degree qualification or equivalent
Current HCPC Registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
Post-graduate qualifications to Masters level or equivalent relevant to dysphagia speciality

Desirable

Management/leadership qualification or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

Evidence of advanced Stroke/neurological knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information and Clinical Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines for the area of Stroke
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods in Stroke
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment, risk assessment and implications for service area (Stroke Rehab Pathway)

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.