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
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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