Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Job Title: Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: London (Charing Cross Hospital)
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £24.00–£26.50 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a dynamic hospital team based at Charing Cross Hospital , London. This role involves delivering high-quality assessment and intervention for adults within an acute clinical setting, supporting patients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties.
You will work as part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, contributing specialist knowledge to support safe and effective patient care. This role is suitable for Band 6 or Band 7 therapists with experience in acute care, dysphagia management, and complex adult caseloads.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication and swallowing disorders in an acute hospital setting.
• Provide evidence-based interventions and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Work collaboratively with MDT teams including nursing, medical staff, dietitians, and AHP colleagues.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC and professional standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and contribute to patient flow and safety.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives 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 and eligibility for RCSLT membership.
• Experience working within acute adult services (Band 6/7 level).
• Competence in dysphagia assessment and management .
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
Why Choose Pulse?
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Reasonable Adjustments
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