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Speech & Language Therapist - Dysphagia Lead

Greys Specialist Recruitment
Posted 18 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Longbenton, Tyne and Wear NE12, England

Salary

£55,000 - £60,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Speech & Language Therapist - Dysphagia Lead on a full-time basis in the North-East of England.
  • The minimum salary for this role is £55,000.00.
  • Candidates must possess a postgraduate qualification in Dysphagia and at least 3 years of relevant experience working with service users with eating and drinking difficulties.
  • Key responsibilities include leading service development, ensuring quality outcomes, and providing support and guidance to staff.
  • The role also involves policy development, professional development of colleagues, and adherence to clinical guidelines.

SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPIST - DYSPHAGIA LEAD

FULL TIME - North-East of England

MINIMUM SALARY £55,000.00

 

Job Purpose

To serve as a leader and model in dysphagia therapy within the foundation, driving the enhancement and development of eating, drinking, and dysphagia services across all areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership in Service Development: Lead the development and improvement of dysphagia services, aiming to enhance quality and service user outcomes.

  • Quality and Outcomes: Positively impact the quality of services provided, with a focus on improving outcomes for all service users.

  • Reporting and Compliance: Report regularly to the foundation's executive team, including updates on audits, training compliance, incident reports, and impact data.

  • Staff Collaboration and Support: Provide guidance and support to staff, working in collaboration with dysphagia-trained Speech and Language Therapists to ensure a high standard of care.

Main Duties

  • Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and practices with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourage a shared responsibility for policy adherence across the team.

  • Collaborative Quality Assurance: Work closely with service leads and quality assurance teams to establish a clear, consistent approach across all services.

  • Leadership in Communication: Lead steering group meetings to maintain open, timely, and effective communication among dysphagia-trained therapists regarding service processes and developments.

  • Incident Response and Reporting: Address concerns or incidents promptly and with sensitivity, reporting to the Health and Safety Manager as required.

  • Adherence to Clinical Guidelines: Ensure adherence to best practice clinical guidelines, including those established by NICE, HCPC, and RCSLT.

  • Support for Skill Development: Provide practical support to therapists to aid in the ongoing development and extension of their skills, facilitating their daily responsibilities.

  • Professional Development: Contribute to the professional growth of colleagues through coaching, mentoring, and effective feedback, demonstrating best practices.

  • Resource Dissemination and Advice: Share resources, offer guidance on practice, and support research and professional development initiatives.

  • Competency Monitoring: Monitor skill levels and competencies across the therapy team, advising the executive team on necessary areas for further professional development.

Qualifications and Training

  • Professional Status: Qualified Speech and Language Therapist.

  • Specialized Education: Postgraduate qualification in Dysphagia.

  • Relevant Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with service users with eating, drinking, dysphagia, and complex needs.

 

 

 

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