A Band 5 speech and language therapist post in the specialist neurorehabilitation team at the Oxford Centre for Enablement, part of Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The work centres on assessing and treating adults with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties, mainly after brain injury or long-term neuro-disability. The role splits between inpatient units and outpatient services, with extended-hours and weekend working as teams require. HCPC registration is needed to apply.
What the job involves
- Identify, assess, diagnose and manage a specified caseload of adults with acquired swallowing and communication disorders
- Select appropriate evidence-based intervention for therapy
- Make independent decisions about caseload management
- Deliver safe, person-centred care across inpatient units (levels 1 and 2) and outpatient neurorehabilitation services
- Cover the caseloads of other speech and language therapists during annual and sick leave
- Contribute to audit and service development projects
- Take part in supervising students on placement, with support
- Supervise and support SLT assistants and volunteers when required
- Develop and deliver training to others
- Work extended hours, seven-day and weekend shifts as required by teams to maximise access to rehabilitation
- Develop clinical skills and professional knowledge through experience, training and supervision
- Contribute to the development of peers, colleagues and students within the SLT department and wider MDT
What’s required
Qualifications
- Recognised SLT degree or equivalent
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration
Experience
- Experience relevant to the caseload, through prior employment or university placements
Skills & knowledge
- Awareness of scope of practice
- Good reflection skills
Nice to have
- Post-graduate training or courses relevant to the caseload
What’s offered
- Learning and development opportunities
- Support for own professional and personal development
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
