Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our team and work with patients with head and neck cancer & ENT related communication and/or swallowing impairments
This role will enable you to use your own initiative to meet the different needs of patients, as well as being part of an experienced, specialist, diverse and friendly Speech and Language Therapy team. The wider team is comprised of SLTs skilled in other medical diagnoses and we pride ourselves on sharing knowledge between our specialties & working closely as a small team.
Main duties of the job
Queen Victoria Hospital is internationally renowned for Head and Neck reconstructive surgery and this post will involve work with patients pre- and post- surgery as both inpatients and outpatients. There is also a caseload of patients with voice impairments and expertise in this area is desired.
You will be encouraged to develop skills in videofluoroscopy and FEES and to participate in a variety of continuing professional development activities. The team have close working relationships with other community and hospital teams.
You will also have opportunities to regularly engage in multi- professional activities, both internally and externally, including MDT working groups, networking opportunities across Sussex, and relevant CENs/ study events.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached material prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts webpageHomepage - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)and publicationsPublications & policies - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)for information about working for Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience we need then don't delay, apply today or contact us to discuss the role and if wished arrange an informal visit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached material prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts webpageHomepage - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)and publicationsPublications & policies - Queen Victoria Hospital (qvh.nhs.uk)for information about working for Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience we need then don't delay, apply today or contact us to discuss the role and if wished arrange an informal visit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training in advanced dysphagia (level 6 RCSLT EDSCF), tracheostomy management, and counselling.
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy (RSCLT)
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification
Desirable
- Have undertaken training and completed RCSLT competencies in VFS/ FEES
Experience
Essential
- Significant postgraduate clinical experience in relevant field.
- Substantial SLT experience within an acute hospital environment, including head and neck oncology patients and complex dysphagia or strong understanding of transferrable skillset from alternative settings..
- Substantial experience in the management of communication and swallowing in tracheostomised patients.
- Experience in managing a clinical caseload ensuring that clinical governance and quality assurance standards are met.
- Staff and student supervision
- Experience of developing and delivering training
- Have undertaken a clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in leadership
- Experience of pathway and protocol development
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialised knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment techniques in head and neck cancer, tracheostomy management and complex dysphagia and communication impairment.
- Highly developed knowledge of national policies and procedures a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the patient group)
- Proven experience in developing, organising and presenting staff training programmes related to specialist field individually and to groups.
- Knowledge of best practice in outcome measurement for dysphagia and communication disorders
- Highly developed knowledge of head and neck cancer, it's treatment and the consequences
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions such as EMST, IOPI, sEMG
Skills
Essential
- Excellent analytical skills and well developed reflective practice
- Negotiation and problem solving skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, including independent caseload managing
- Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Committed to personal and team development.
Additional requirments
Essential
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio.
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate Clinical Education Networks and specialist interest groups.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training in advanced dysphagia (level 6 RCSLT EDSCF), tracheostomy management, and counselling.
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy (RSCLT)
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification
Desirable
- Have undertaken training and completed RCSLT competencies in VFS/ FEES
Experience
Essential
- Significant postgraduate clinical experience in relevant field.
- Substantial SLT experience within an acute hospital environment, including head and neck oncology patients and complex dysphagia or strong understanding of transferrable skillset from alternative settings..
- Substantial experience in the management of communication and swallowing in tracheostomised patients.
- Experience in managing a clinical caseload ensuring that clinical governance and quality assurance standards are met.
- Staff and student supervision
- Experience of developing and delivering training
- Have undertaken a clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in leadership
- Experience of pathway and protocol development
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialised knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment techniques in head and neck cancer, tracheostomy management and complex dysphagia and communication impairment.
- Highly developed knowledge of national policies and procedures a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the patient group)
- Proven experience in developing, organising and presenting staff training programmes related to specialist field individually and to groups.
- Knowledge of best practice in outcome measurement for dysphagia and communication disorders
- Highly developed knowledge of head and neck cancer, it's treatment and the consequences
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions such as EMST, IOPI, sEMG
Skills
Essential
- Excellent analytical skills and well developed reflective practice
- Negotiation and problem solving skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, including independent caseload managing
- Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Committed to personal and team development.
Additional requirments
Essential
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio.
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate Clinical Education Networks and specialist interest groups.
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
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).
