Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist-Acute
About the Role:
Are you an experienced and motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist looking to advance your career in an acute healthcare setting? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care.
In this role, you will provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with a range of communication and swallowing disorders. You will play a pivotal role in supporting patients through their recovery journey, collaborating with medical professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.
This position also offers the opportunity to engage in service development initiatives, mentor junior staff, and contribute to continuous improvement within the speech and language therapy department.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders (including dysphagia).
- Individualized Treatment: Develop and implement tailored therapy plans to meet the diverse needs of patients in an acute setting.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.
- Family and Staff Education: Provide training and guidance to patients, families, and healthcare staff on communication strategies and swallowing management.
- Service Development: Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to the ongoing development of therapy services.
- Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with professional and legal standards.
- Mentorship: Provide supervision and mentorship to junior Speech and Language Therapists and support staff.
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Requirements:
- A recognized qualification in Speech and Language Therapy (validated by CORU).
- Current CORU registration is essential.
- Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally in an acute hospital setting.
- Proven experience in managing dysphagia and complex swallowing disorders.
- Excellent clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a complex caseload.
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Benefits:
- Professional development opportunities and support for further training.
- Access to multidisciplinary team support and collaboration.
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Free onsite parking (where applicable).
Contact Us:
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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