Dietetic and Speech and Language Practitioner

Job summary

The post holder will follow standard operating procedures and contribute to the aims and outcomes of the Nutrition & Dietetic Service and Speech & Language Therapy Service by providing support and assistance to Dietitians and SLTs working within the Integrated Community Cluster Network Team.

To plan and prioritise patient caseload and implement treatment of patients in their own homes/care homes, carrying out consultations for patients who need oral nutritional support or enteral tube feeding, communication or swallowing/feeding support. Supervision from Dietitians/SLTs is available for reference and guidance.

The post holder will enable, support and assist patients who are receiving individual treatment programmes which have been agreed with and planned by the Dietitians and Speech & Language Therapists.

Main duties of the job

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 12 MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and innovative individual to join the Integrated Community Cluster Network team as a Band 4 SLT/ Dietetic Therapy Technician.

The Network Team consists of staff from District Nursing; Social Work; Occupational Therapy; Physiotherapy; Community Psychiatric Nursing, Pharmacy and has links of the third sector as well as Speech and Language Therapy and Dietetics. This holistic approach provides a full offer of support for adults with changing needs in their localities as well as meeting complexity of needs. Many are living with cognitive difficulties and some diagnosed with dementia. Acting within their professional boundaries, the post holder will provide support to the person they are working with and those important to them through holistic person centred practice. They will be a key member in providing an effective team around the person.

The post holder will be highly motivated with excellent organisational skills. You will work directly with the SLT and Dietitian in the team, providing support with swallowing difficulties, communication and malnutrition in the community and day centre.

This is a 12-month temporary post, however, we are open to the possibility of a secondment. You are warmly welcome to contact us for further information.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

We recognise that our team members are our greatest asset and we are keen that you feel supported and encouraged to fulfil your potential. We will offer regular joint supervision and a variety of CPD opportunities, as well as joint working with a wide and passionate multi-disciplinary team. You will have opportunities to develop skills in remote assessments, and to participate in an innovative care home project which has been recognised by the Bevan Exemplar.

All employees of the Health Board are required to demonstrate and embed the Values and Behaviour Statements in order for them to become an integral part of the post holder's working life and to embed the principles into the culture of the organisation.

This post is located in Bridgend between Cardiff and Swansea where there is access to city life and local beaches and countryside.