Locum Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist - Stroke Rehab

Locum Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist - Stroke Rehabilitation Unit

• Redruth, Cornwall
• Salary: £30-£35+ per hour
• Temporary/Locum Contract
• Full-time
• Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locum Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to work on the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit based at the Community Hospital in Redruth, Cornwall. This role involves working closely with individuals who have experienced a stroke, providing specialist therapy and support to aid their recovery and enhance their communication and swallowing abilities. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care and optimal outcomes for stroke patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and manage individuals with speech, language, and swallowing difficulties following a stroke.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of patients' needs.
• Provide therapy for communication disorders (aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia) and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia).
• Work alongside other professionals, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and doctors, to deliver integrated care for stroke patients.
• Support patients and their families with education and advice on managing speech, language, and swallowing issues.
• Regularly review and monitor patient progress, adjusting care plans as required.
• Document patient progress and therapy outcomes in accordance with trust policies and guidelines.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and provide clinical supervision when necessary.
• Promote a positive environment for patients, encouraging recovery and improving quality of life.
• Contribute to audits, service improvements, and staff training as required.

Requirements:

• HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist.
• Proven experience in assessing and treating individuals with speech, language, and swallowing difficulties, particularly in a stroke rehabilitation setting.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapy techniques for stroke patients, including dysphagia and communication therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience in creating and delivering personalized care plans.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one).
• Ability to work autonomously, with supervision and support as needed.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a stroke rehabilitation unit or neurological setting.
• Post-graduate qualifications or specialist training in dysphagia or stroke rehabilitation.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).