Speech and Language Therapist
Job Description
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist – Band 7
Area: Kent NHS
Salary: £negotiable
Job Type: Locum
Contract length: Ongoing
Job details: To cover vacancy. Community Neuro Rehab. Part time Speech and Language Therapist required – hours may be increased in future. The post holder will be working as part of a busy Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy team based in North Kent, across a large geographical patch (Dartford, Gravesham, Swanley and Swale), carrying out assessment and intervention for patients mainly with dysphagia and some communication. Patient groups include dementia, elderly care, progressive neurological conditions, stroke, FND. You will see patients in their own homes, nursing homes, community inpatient rehab wards, outpatient clinics and virtually as indicated. Must be a car driver. The post holder will also support the team with triage. Knowledge of EMIS electronic records system desirable but not essential as some training can be given. A fully remote Speech and Language Therapist will be considered for the role but would prefer candidates who can work face to face in the first instance. Working hours: 08.00 – 16.00. 22.5 hours per week. These hours may be increased.
Code: U.Gravesend – Neuro.013001.B14071