Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist at Pulse Healthcare

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

27.5

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy, Dysphagia Management, Communication Disorder Assessment, Clinical Reasoning, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Patient Discharge Planning, Clinical Record Keeping, Acute Inpatient Care

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Adult Acute Inpatients – Orpington Banding: Band 6 Location: Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £24.00–£27.50 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (37.5 hours per week if full-time) Duration: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Adult Acute Inpatient team at Princess Royal University Hospital in Orpington on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated therapist with experience managing adult acute inpatient caseloads to provide high-quality assessment and intervention within a busy hospital setting. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a range of communication and swallowing disorders to optimise their recovery and improve clinical outcomes. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication and swallowing difficulties within an acute inpatient setting. Deliver evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy interventions tailored to individual patient needs. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and discharge planning. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with HCPC and local trust standards. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to service delivery where appropriate. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). HCPC registration. Previous experience working with adult acute inpatient caseloads. Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical reasoning skills. The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you're interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring other opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below. Reasonable Adjustments If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us. International Recruitment Notice Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication and swallowing difficulties within an acute inpatient hospital setting. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based interventions and support patient discharge planning.