Speech & Language Therapist

We have a vacancy for Speech and language Therapist to join our team within Perth Royal Inifrmary, Perth. This post offers the opportunity for a Speech & Language Therapist (SLT) to consolidate their learning and gain experience working within an Adult Acquired speech and language therapy service.

Clinical areas covered include stroke rehabilitation, progressive neurological conditions and dementia. The job is primarily working with inpatients but there will be the opportunity to see out patients and to follow people up when they go home.  The caseload in this role will be primarily communication impairment and the post holder will be expected to assess patients, plan and carry out therapy with supervision as required and liaise with family members and the wider MDT.

You will join a small supportive team of experienced therapists and work closely with our SLT support worker within Perth Royal Infirmary but will also become part of our larger service across the whole of Tayside.  Professional development is supported and encouraged and all newly qualified therapists are supported to complete the Flying Start Programme.  There is a local Band 5 network which provides peer supervision and some training. You must be HCPC registered.

*Informal enquiries to: Karen Clark, Speech & Language Therapist, Perth Royal Infirmary, Perth. Telephone or via email karen.clark3@nhs.scot

Hours of work are:  37 hours per week, part time hours will be considered.

Fixed Term/ Secondment until 31/03/2025

Internal candidates: *Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment.  You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview. 

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