Job summary
Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (0.6 wte): Luton and Dunstable Hospital inpatient, acute SLT teamDo you want to work in a team that supports you to THRIVE?
At Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, our values underpin everything we do, allowing us to achieve our vision - to attract the best people, value and develop them, so that the teams they work in deliver outstanding care to our patients.
We recruit based on our values, too. This allows us to find the very best people for our organisation.
The SLT department are a welcoming group of SLTs working across acute, stroke, and community caseloads with a variety of patient caseloads. We work mindfully and collaboratively to create a well-organised, professional, and supportive atmosphere that achieves the best possible outcomes for all.
Previous colleagues have shared:"This has honestly been the friendliest team I have worked in. I am grateful for the learning opportunities, such as the chance to develop my skills in video-fluoroscopy and tracheostomy. Not only that, I have had so much support on a personal level and social celebrations together. It really makes a difference. Thank you L&D SLT team!"
Main duties of the job
Take a lead role for the Speech and Language Therapy team in Acute ward activity, providing leadership support to other SLT staff working in this speciality.
Case management and provision of highly specialist Speech & Language Therapy using models of best practice to assess the client's needs, and provide care planning, therapy, advice and support for the patient.
Leadership of the Acute Ward SLT team and working in close liaison with the team leader of the Stroke team.
Provide support & training to those within the ward based teams and the wider SLT team.
Lead role in the Videofluoroscopy service upon completion of MBSImP competencies, with support from other MBSImP competent therapists.
Take a significant role in developing an SLT led FEES service.
Play a key role in Multi-disciplinary team (MDT) discussions for complex nutrition cases and the Tracheostomy MDT.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification.
If further details are required please contact Jessica Hawkes:
jessica.hawkes3@ldh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification.
If further details are required please contact Jessica Hawkes:
jessica.hawkes3@ldh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Speech & Language Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Post graduate dysphagia accreditation or equivalent
Desirable
- Member of RCSLT
- MBSImp Certified
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the independent assessment, treatment and management of highly complex communication and swallowing disorders with adults
- Experienced in the delivery of training to others
- Able to assess and manage patients with a tracheostomy tube
- Experience of performance management and staff appraisal/supervision
Desirable
- Experience in developing protocols and guidelines
- Highly developed auditory and perceptual discriminatory skills
- Video fluoroscopy and FEES competencies
Knowledge
Essential
- Established knowledge of a range of assessment tools and interventions
- In depth knowledge of RCSLT guidelines and policies
- Clear understanding of the principles of clinical governance/audit to monitor and improve service
Desirable
- Knowledge of service improvement techniques
Skills
Essential
- Ability to give highly specialised advice to the MDT in a range of formats
- Well developed negotiation and motivational communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
- Able to make decisions involving complex facts / situations often under pressure
- Critical appraisal, audit and presentation skills both verbal and written.
- Excellent time management, delegation and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Able to analyse and interpret video fluoroscopy
- Data collection & analysis skills
- Service improvement skills & project management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Speech & Language Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Post graduate dysphagia accreditation or equivalent
Desirable
- Member of RCSLT
- MBSImp Certified
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the independent assessment, treatment and management of highly complex communication and swallowing disorders with adults
- Experienced in the delivery of training to others
- Able to assess and manage patients with a tracheostomy tube
- Experience of performance management and staff appraisal/supervision
Desirable
- Experience in developing protocols and guidelines
- Highly developed auditory and perceptual discriminatory skills
- Video fluoroscopy and FEES competencies
Knowledge
Essential
- Established knowledge of a range of assessment tools and interventions
- In depth knowledge of RCSLT guidelines and policies
- Clear understanding of the principles of clinical governance/audit to monitor and improve service
Desirable
- Knowledge of service improvement techniques
Skills
Essential
- Ability to give highly specialised advice to the MDT in a range of formats
- Well developed negotiation and motivational communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
- Able to make decisions involving complex facts / situations often under pressure
- Critical appraisal, audit and presentation skills both verbal and written.
- Excellent time management, delegation and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Able to analyse and interpret video fluoroscopy
- Data collection & analysis skills
- Service improvement skills & project management skills
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).
