Highly Specialist SLT- Head and Neck Cancer/ Critical Care

ABUHB is looking for a passionate and innovative Speech and Language Therapist to join our growing and incredibly supportive SLT and MDT teams working with patients with head and neck cancer related communication and/or swallowing impairments (0.6 WTE) . We also have a vacancy for 0.2 WTE for Critical Care, specifically focussing on instrumental assessments such as FEES or VFS. Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a well-respected and renowned for Head and Neck cancer surgery and this post will involve work with patients pre- and post- surgery as both inpatients and outpatients. We are a research active team and contribute to a number of national Clinical Trials. The H& N SLT team benefits from a wide range of bandings including support from a dedicated SLTA. The MDT is collaborative and the contribution of SLT is highly sought after and respected within the team. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobStaff well-being and personal development is central to our service and we are committed to supporting the post holder in accessing these opportunities. You will have frequent opportunities to engage in multi- professional training and development activities, both internally and externally, including NSSG, networking opportunities across SEWN, and relevant CENs/ study events. Fully funded masters level training is available as part of the role. If you are currently a Band 6 with relevant clinical experience looking to progress to a Band 7 or a current Band 7 looking to transition into our exciting area of work, we would love to hear from you This role will enable you to use your own initiative to meet the different needs of patients, as well as being part of an experienced, specialist, diverse, friendly and supportive Speech and Language Therapy team. The wider team is comprised of SLTs skilled in other medical diagnoses across community and acute settings and we pride ourselves on sharing knowledge between our specialities & working closely as a small team. The post is supported by an 8a Principal SLT in Head and Neck cancer and the team includes band 6 SLTs and Band 4 SLTAs.About usAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff. We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Speech and Language Therapy Degree Member of HPCP Member of RCSLT Awareness of NHS structures and strategies
Desirable
Introduction to management training
ExperienceEssential
Evidence of relevant postgraduate education and training in advanced dysphagia Substantial SLT experience within an acute hospital environment, ideally including head and neck oncology patients and complex dysphagia. Demonstration of achievement of locally agreed competencies or willingness to complete Proven experience in developing, organising and presenting staff and patient training programmes related to specialist field individually and to groups.
Desirable
Postgraduate education and experience in tracheostomy management, laryngectomy and surgical voice restoration. Membership of appropriate Clinical Education Networks and specialist interest groups. Competencies in VFS and FEES
AbilitiesEssential
Ability to plan and implement specialised treatment and advice Analytical and reflection skills Highly developed negotiation and problem-solving skills
Desirable
Implementation of national initiatives affecting SLT
Employer detailsEmployer nameAneurin Bevan University Health BoardAddressGrange University Hospital Caerleon Road Llanfrechfa NP44 8YNAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 040-AHP175-#####
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