Permanent - Band 8a - Speech and Language Therapy Lead - London

Posted 28 February 2023
Salary £58790 - £69077 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Speech and language therapistSpeech and Language Therapy (SLT) Jobs
Reference45186
Contact NameDuncan Rennie

Job description

Maxxima’s permanent team are recruiting for a Band 8a Speech and Language Therapy Lead, based in Central London. 
You will report to the Therapy Manager and be accountable to the Director of Clinical Services. 

Salary: £58,790 - £69,077
Location: Central London
Employment Type: Permanent, Full time
Hours: 37.5 per week

On a typical day you will aim:

  • To provide a specialist Speech and Language Therapy clinical role for patients and to act as a resource for Therapies, Nursing and other MDT colleagues across The London Clinic.
  • To provide a speech and language lead for research, education and service development/innovation within these clinical areas in conjunction with Clinical Leads.
  • To develop collaborative working practices with the MDT.
  • To provide innovative clinical leadership and contribute to the strategic direction and operational policies of The London Clinic. 
  • To work with other lead professionals to support the development of a rehabilitation ethos within The London Clinic, improving knowledge & promoting best clinical practice to all staff. 
  • To develop and lead research & audit that contributes to the knowledge base and clinical practice of the speech and language therapy service and to integrate existing research into practice.
  • To utilise advanced clinical skills in the comprehensive assessment of patients with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies in order to provide an accurate diagnosis and formulate a management plan.
Requirements:

  • Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent, Health and Care Professions Council- Licence to practice registered
  • Member Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Evidence of CPD
  • Extensive experience of working in adult SLT.
  • Experience of working in the management of head and neck cancer and intensive care.
  • Independent management of altered airways.
  • Experience of research and audit

Unlock your potential:
If you are you looking for a new exciting challenge within a leading private clinic in the heart of London - please apply today!

What are the next steps?
If the role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please apply now.

If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you.

Feel free to contact Luke Nguyen-Killeen on 0203 398 6694 or Luke.Killeen@maxximagroup.com

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