Speech and Language Therapist - Neuro

Speech and Language Therapists

2 Year Fixed Term Secondment Opportunity

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for adults? Are you keen to grow and develop a specialist interest in neuro work, building your professional network? Do you want the opportunity to develop your own skills in a supportive multidisciplinary team environment, committed to continuous improvement? We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapists at band 7 to join our team in Aberdeen City.

Band 7; 18 hours - Neuro Home Link Team, Woodend Hospital

The Neuro Home Link (NHL) Team is a multidisciplinary team including AHPs and neuro psychologist. The team supports patients with acquired neurological impairments as part of their transition back to independent or supported living. There are ongoing developments within the neuro service at present making it an exciting time to join the team.

In this B7 role, as the SLT within the NHL team you will pay a key part in delivering transitional services within the neuro pathway. You will have the support of senior SLTs within the neuro pathway and may be required to oversee the work of generic Health Care Support Workers to deliver individualised therapy plans in line with team goals, which are set in collaboration with the patient and their families.

This post is based within the Aberdeen Health and Social Care partnership Adult SLT team. An established supervision structure is in place for all team members. The successful applicant will be a car driver. Dysphagia training/experience is also desirable.

Informal enquiries, meetings and visits are encouraged. Please contact the appropriate person below to arrange this.

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For More Info About The Service Across The City

Alison Wilson, Speech and Language Therapist, Team Leader (adults) 01224 556732 [email protected]

To Talk About Working With Adults In More Detail

Aileen Hyland, Lead Neuro SLT, Woodend 01224 556519 [email protected]

We look forward to speaking to you soon.

Interview date to be confirmed.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.