speech language pathologist Chertsey, England
Job description
To assess, differentially diagnose and manage complex communication, swallowing, cognitive and emotional impairments related to a wide range of conditions in all acute medical pathways. To effectively plan the daily management of a caseload of patients by prioritising clinical work, responding to urgent referrals and occasionally unpredictable work patterns. To use sound clinical reasoning skills, assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess and develop treatment programmes and to evaluate outcomes. To communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patients care, both those from within the organisation and those outside, to ensure effective multidisciplinary working.
This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning. To ensure timely and effective communication with the Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist and senior staff on all professional matters. To maintain accurate records in line with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies. To attend relevant board rounds, meetings and case conferences as appropriate in order to ensure appropriate management and effective and timely discharge of patients.
To attend staff meetings and actively participate ensuring understanding of information imparted. To appreciate cultural differences and take these into account when agreeing treatment plans with patients. To work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and Multi-disciplinary team to provide an efficient and effective service. To supervise junior Speech and Language Therapy staff where appropriate or therapy assistants.
To ensure professional competence is maintained by participating in all CPD opportunities and maintaining a portfolio To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development. This may include active participation in journal clubs, clinical reasoning and joint problem patient sessions. To participate in appropriate work-related evaluation projects and to be aware of current research relevant to the specialty. To participate in any relevant clinical governance projects and audits
