Job summary
We are excited to recruit a full-time permanent Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work with inpatients at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a newly qualified or established Developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We are situated near South-East London with good transport links, where an additional 5% high cost of living allowance applies. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work with stroke inpatients on the Stroke Unit, as a member of the Stroke MDT providing specialist SLT management for both the acute and rehabilitation stages of stroke patients' treatment. There will also be the opportunity to work on the acute wards including respiratory, gastroenterology, general medical, surgical and care of the elderly.
The post holder will be working alongside Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist SLTs and SLT Assistants. There are also well established Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support.
About us
The post holder will work towards becoming independent in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders. Experience with inpatient work and particularly dysphagia is desirable. They will be an integral member of the Adult SLT team and an active member of the multidisciplinary team on the stroke unit and will gain the opportunity to provide training to other healthcare professionals in the longer term. The successful candidate will be able to access support from lead specialist therapists in areas of stroke, dementia, palliative care, tracheostomy, voice, and head and neck cancer (via our Macmillan SLT service). There are also on-site weekly videofluoroscopy and FEES clinics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and regular participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy including on our X account @dgt_sltdvh
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also very welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and regular participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy including on our X account @dgt_sltdvh
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also very welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
Desirable
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
Desirable
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
Desirable
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
Desirable
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
