Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist - Adult Dysphagia Team in Orkney Islands, Hampshire

Job Title: Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist – Adult Dysphagia Team
Specialism: AHP – Speech & Language Therapy
Location: Orkney, UK
Salary: £37.64 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist within the Adult Dysphagia Team in Orkney, earning £37.64 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers a unique chance to deliver specialist care across both hospital and community settings. In this role, you will work with adults experiencing a range of complex conditions, providing expert dysphagia support while contributing to multidisciplinary care and service development in a truly distinctive location.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy consistent working hours while fully integrating into the local healthcare setting.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £37.64 per hour, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development to enhance your specialist dysphagia expertise.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a fulfilling role while enjoying the unique lifestyle Orkney offers.
• Supportive Team: Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment focused on high-quality patient care.

What you will do

• Clinical Assessment: Deliver specialist assessments for adults with dysphagia and communication needs.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement personalised treatment plans for a range of neurological and complex conditions.
• Caseload Management: Manage an independent caseload across community and hospital environments.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care.
• Supervision: Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to Band 6 therapists.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to professional standards.

Qualifications / Requirements

• HCPC Registration: Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Experience: Strong experience at Band 6/7 level, particularly within dysphagia and adult services.
• Clinical Skills: Expertise in managing complex swallowing and communication disorders.
• Leadership Ability: Experience supervising or supporting junior staff is desirable.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Why Orkney

Orkney offers a truly unique lifestyle with breathtaking coastal landscapes, rich history, and a strong sense of community. With its peaceful environment, outdoor activities, and welcoming atmosphere, it provides an exceptional setting for professionals seeking both career fulfilment and an outstanding quality of life.

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Apply now to join the Adult Dysphagia Team in Orkney and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.