NHS Speech and Language Therapist - Oxford - Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist specialising in locum roles in Oxford, UK. The position offers £31 per hour on an ongoing basis, with full-time hours available. This role is a wonderful chance to provide valuable patient support while experiencing the perks of locum work in a vibrant and historic city.

As a locum Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist, you will benefit greatly from flexibility in your work schedule, enabling you to explore personal interests or continue professional development. Joining us means working with a dynamic team where your expertise in speech and language therapy can make a significant impact.

Benefits

• £31 hourly rate, highly competitive for the role.
• Work-life balance: flexibility to tailor your schedule to fit your lifestyle.
• Exposure to a diverse range of cases and practices, enriching your experience and portfolio.
• Continuous learning and development in a supportive environment.
• Opportunity to work in Oxford, a city rich in history and culture.

What you will do

• Manage inpatients who are acutely unwell across various medicine wards, including care of the elderly, cardiac, respiratory, emergency, trauma, and a critical care unit focused on cardiothoracic conditions.
• Conduct assessments and provide treatment for dysphagia and communication disorders, tailoring therapies to each patient's needs.
• Be adaptable in working across other inpatient caseloads as needed, with opportunities to gain experience in fields such as Acute Neurosciences, Critical Care, and Acute Stroke.
• Exhibit advanced competencies in areas such as tracheostomy care, videofluoroscopy, and fibreoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallow (FEES).
• Lead and mentor less experienced team members, providing line management and professional supervision.
• Contribute to quality improvement and service delivery projects to foster innovations in patient care.

Requirements

• A degree in Speech and Language Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Recent NHS or UK experience as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist is required.
• Advanced skills, particularly in tracheostomy and videofluoroscopy, are highly desirable.

Oxford is not just a place to work but a place to live and thrive. With its stunning university architecture, beautiful parks, enriched cultural scene, and vibrant community, living in Oxford offers an exciting lifestyle, making it a perfect blend of history and modernity. Join us and make a difference in a city that offers endless possibilities!

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