Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join our Adult Critical Care Team at the Royal London Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SLT with a passion for working in Critical Care.
The role will be predominantly based on the Adult Critical Care Unit - a mixed ITU that includes neuro, medical, and surgical patients. You will be responsible for providing expert assessment and management of swallowing and communication disorders, alongside supporting the wider Acute Team in providing clinical support across the hospital site.
You will be part of a dynamic team, working collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. As a senior member of the team, you will also have responsibility for supporting and mentoring your colleagues, as well as contributing to service development and clinical governance.
This post will require management of tracheostomised and ventilated patients and input to our FEES and videofluoroscopy clinics. Training and support will be provided in these areas as required.
We are looking for an experienced clinician who will provide holistic patient care, build and nurture relationships within an MDT across multiple pathways and teams and to lead with compassion.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist and will be a member of the SLT service based at the Royal London Hospital. The Royal London Hospital is one of four major trauma centres across London and leads the trauma network for North East London and Essex.
The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team based at RLH delivering therapy to patients primarily in Critical Care but also the general medical & surgical wards as part of the Acute SLT team. The role will include specialist assessment and treatment to adults with complex acquired communication and swallowing difficulties, including tracheostomy management, videofluoroscopy and FEES.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in adult critical care
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as a Speech & Language Therapist in a clinical setting, ideally with a focus on adult critical care, respiratory, and/or neurological rehabilitation.
- Experience of assessing, diagnosing, and treating adult patients with dysphagia and communication disorders in acute care settings.
- Experience of working as part of a MDT in a fast-paced, critical care environment.
- Experience in providing education and training to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
- Independent in videofluoroscopy
- Independent in SLT tracheostomy management
Desirable
- Experience working in a dedicated critical care or intensive care unit (ICU) with a focus on respiratory support and weaning.
- Experience with advanced therapeutic interventions such as ventilator-supported communication or AAC
- Experience with tracheostomy with mechanical ventilation
- Independent in FEES assessment
- Lead Videofluoroscopy Clinician.
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to complex communication and swallowing disorders.
- In depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the areas
- Advanced knowledge of the evidence base of the relevant clinical area
- Knowledge of the influence of psychosocial and cultural factors relating to health / illness beliefs and behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in adult critical care
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as a Speech & Language Therapist in a clinical setting, ideally with a focus on adult critical care, respiratory, and/or neurological rehabilitation.
- Experience of assessing, diagnosing, and treating adult patients with dysphagia and communication disorders in acute care settings.
- Experience of working as part of a MDT in a fast-paced, critical care environment.
- Experience in providing education and training to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
- Independent in videofluoroscopy
- Independent in SLT tracheostomy management
Desirable
- Experience working in a dedicated critical care or intensive care unit (ICU) with a focus on respiratory support and weaning.
- Experience with advanced therapeutic interventions such as ventilator-supported communication or AAC
- Experience with tracheostomy with mechanical ventilation
- Independent in FEES assessment
- Lead Videofluoroscopy Clinician.
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to complex communication and swallowing disorders.
- In depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the areas
- Advanced knowledge of the evidence base of the relevant clinical area
- Knowledge of the influence of psychosocial and cultural factors relating to health / illness beliefs and behaviours
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).
