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Locum Part time Speech and Language Therapist position available
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Locum Speech & Language Therapist - Cavan
ASAP start, .5 WTE, 3-6 month contract initially
THE BACKGROUND:
At TTM Healthcare we are proud to have partnered with HSE Cavan/Monaghan.
Cavan General Hospital is an Acute Hospital with catchment area of counties Cavan and Monaghan.
They have an available opportunity for a Senior SLT OR a Staff Grade SLT with Acute experience, to cover general medical beds and 6 post-stroke beds in Cavan General Hospital.
This is a part time post, although additional hours may apply in line with service needs.
If you think the position is right for you, let's talk.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The overall responsibility within this role;
• Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment / intervention programmes for service users according to professional standards.
• Be able to make highly specialist clinical decisions following assessment of complex cases
• Arrange and carry out assessment and treatment / intervention programmes in appropriate settings (e.g. clinic, home, school, day centre) in line with local policy / guidelines.
• Communicate results of assessments and recommendations to the service user and relevant others as appropriate.
• Document all assessments, diagnoses, treatment / intervention plans, clinical notes, relevant contacts and summaries in accordance with department and professional standards.
• Collaborate with service user, family, carers and other staff in goal setting and treatment / intervention planning
• Provide clinical leadership in the day-to-day running of the service by supporting and supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale.
• Be responsible for maintenance of standards of practice of self and designated staff
• Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant professionals in maximising the service users potential.
• Actively engage in team based performance management
• Provide support and information in relation to communication and / or feeding, eating, drinking and swallowing disorders etc. to service users and relevant others.
• Participate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in collaboration with the service user and other team members as part of an integrated package of care.
• Attend clinics and participate in relevant meetings, case conferences and ward rounds as appropriate
• In conjunction with the Speech and Language Therapist Manager, contribute to the development and implementation of procedures, policies and guidelines while adhering to existing standards and protocols.
• Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation
• Seek advice and assistance from the Speech and Language Therapist Manager with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance.
• Operate within the scope of Speech & Language Therapy practice as set out by the Irish Association of Speech & Language Therapists
• Participate in and develop activities which support health promotion
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Speech & Language Therapist Manager
THE REQUIREMENTS:
To be eligible for the role, you will need:
• A recognised qualification as a Speech & Language Therapist.
• Full CORU registration.
• Acute experience.
• Dysphagia experience.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment.
• Professional approach to work
• Flexibility in work practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork and effective caseload management skills.
• Good planning, organisation and effective time management skills together with the ability to work on your own initiative.
THE REWARDS:
You will enjoy the following benefits:
• Market leading rates of pay
• Opportunity to work in an award-winning agency 2002-2018
• Continued personal & professional development
• The opportunity to gain additional experience working with the best employers in the market
• Access to our training department
• Exceptional trainings both internally and externally
• Flexible working hours
• Assistance and detailed review of CV content and format & interview technique if required
• Consultants with knowledge of employment procedures concerning agency workers and compliance to ensure you always receive the most up to date information
THE DETAILS:
Location:Cavan
Job-Type:Temporary
Salary:€54, 136 - €63,743 per annum (pro rate) (Senior Grade)
€37, 022 - €53,002 per annum (pro rata) (Staff Grade)
TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer
THE CONTACT:
Katelyn 065 686 9300 (ext. 106)
TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Expired job
Speech and Language Therapist
Location | Cavan |
Job-type | Temporary |
Salary | €54136 - €63743 per annum |
Reference | J343030 |
Date Published | over 2 years ago |
Locum Part time Speech and Language Therapist position available
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Locum Speech & Language Therapist - Cavan
ASAP start, .5 WTE, 3-6 month contract initially
THE BACKGROUND:
At TTM Healthcare we are proud to have partnered with HSE Cavan/Monaghan.
Cavan General Hospital is an Acute Hospital with catchment area of counties Cavan and Monaghan.
They have an available opportunity for a Senior SLT OR a Staff Grade SLT with Acute experience, to cover general medical beds and 6 post-stroke beds in Cavan General Hospital.
This is a part time post, although additional hours may apply in line with service needs.
If you think the position is right for you, let's talk.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The overall responsibility within this role;
• Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment / intervention programmes for service users according to professional standards.
• Be able to make highly specialist clinical decisions following assessment of complex cases
• Arrange and carry out assessment and treatment / intervention programmes in appropriate settings (e.g. clinic, home, school, day centre) in line with local policy / guidelines.
• Communicate results of assessments and recommendations to the service user and relevant others as appropriate.
• Document all assessments, diagnoses, treatment / intervention plans, clinical notes, relevant contacts and summaries in accordance with department and professional standards.
• Collaborate with service user, family, carers and other staff in goal setting and treatment / intervention planning
• Provide clinical leadership in the day-to-day running of the service by supporting and supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale.
• Be responsible for maintenance of standards of practice of self and designated staff
• Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant professionals in maximising the service users potential.
• Actively engage in team based performance management
• Provide support and information in relation to communication and / or feeding, eating, drinking and swallowing disorders etc. to service users and relevant others.
• Participate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in collaboration with the service user and other team members as part of an integrated package of care.
• Attend clinics and participate in relevant meetings, case conferences and ward rounds as appropriate
• In conjunction with the Speech and Language Therapist Manager, contribute to the development and implementation of procedures, policies and guidelines while adhering to existing standards and protocols.
• Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation
• Seek advice and assistance from the Speech and Language Therapist Manager with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance.
• Operate within the scope of Speech & Language Therapy practice as set out by the Irish Association of Speech & Language Therapists
• Participate in and develop activities which support health promotion
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Speech & Language Therapist Manager
THE REQUIREMENTS:
To be eligible for the role, you will need:
• A recognised qualification as a Speech & Language Therapist.
• Full CORU registration.
• Acute experience.
• Dysphagia experience.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment.
• Professional approach to work
• Flexibility in work practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork and effective caseload management skills.
• Good planning, organisation and effective time management skills together with the ability to work on your own initiative.
THE REWARDS:
You will enjoy the following benefits:
• Market leading rates of pay
• Opportunity to work in an award-winning agency 2002-2018
• Continued personal & professional development
• The opportunity to gain additional experience working with the best employers in the market
• Access to our training department
• Exceptional trainings both internally and externally
• Flexible working hours
• Assistance and detailed review of CV content and format & interview technique if required
• Consultants with knowledge of employment procedures concerning agency workers and compliance to ensure you always receive the most up to date information
THE DETAILS:
Location:Cavan
Job-Type:Temporary
Salary:€54, 136 - €63,743 per annum (pro rate) (Senior Grade)
€37, 022 - €53,002 per annum (pro rata) (Staff Grade)
TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer
THE CONTACT:
Katelyn 065 686 9300 (ext. 106)
TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Expired job