Band 7 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Adult Therapies
Speech and Language Therapist
JOB SUMMARY: ï‚· To be part of a core team who will lead the development and delivery of a high quality Acute Service for adults admitted to the stroke service. ï‚· To inform the model of delivery that will achieve the most cohesive and effective pathway for service users. ï‚· To undertake a leadership role in the planning, co-ordinating, development and evaluation of clinical services using advanced clinical skills and knowledge. ï‚· To assess, plan and implement care for patients in the Neuro/ASU wards. Including participating in the weekend SLT rota. ï‚· To contribute to the facilitation of their safe discharge, liaising with existing acute and community services and staff as appropriate. ï‚· To manage a complex caseload, using evidence based and person-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.