Specialist Speech & Language TherapistNHS

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic,compassionateand innovative Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with excellent clinical and communication skills to join the Cardiff Community Resource Team (CCRT). The post holder will work within a close MDT to promote the independence ofadultsliving in their own homes and within the care sector.

We welcome applications from SLTs working at band 5 or 6 leveland would consider offering a Band5-6 development post.

Please contact us for more information or to arrange a visit.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will manage an independent, complex caseload, providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, intervention,managementand discharge to adults with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with a wide range ofacquiredconditions.

The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team, liaising with other agencies and disciplines within the health and social care sector to promote the independence of clients living at home and within care settings.

The post holder will take part in service development projects including complex audits. They willparticipatein the in-service training of Speech and Language Therapists and Assistants and teaching/training of external service users and other professions. They will supervise and provide clinical support to more junior Speech and Language Therapy staff and provide clinical placements for undergraduate SLT students.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Job description

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About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future