Paediatric Speech Therapist

Mediplacements

  • East Anglia
  • £23.00-28.00 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Mediplacements are looking to recruit a band 6/7 Speech and Language Therapist for a locum position with our client in Chelmsford.The pay for this position is £23-£35 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.Main duties and responsibilities
  • Able to make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment with access to second opinions from highly specialist clinical staff
  • Able to construct clear care plans differentiating appropriate therapy from a range of options, based on analysis of information from assessment, theoretical knowledge and clinical benchmarking.
  • Demonstrates empathy with clients, carers and families often where barriers to understanding exist ensuring that effective communication is achieved to persuade and motivate participation in therapeutic activities
  • Able to communicate complex condition-related information from assessment to clients, carers families and multidisciplinary team members / other professionals, in written and verbal form
  • Able to identify areas for own personal/ professional development evidenced by person development plan/professional portfolio developed within an appraisal/ supervision/ reflective learning framework Able to organise, plan and prioritise own workload
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills Negotiates with carers/clients/others around individual case management. Can recognise breakdown/ conflict when occurs and seeks advice and support to resolve Ability to comment on development of service policy and procedure within discussion Able to manage the emotional consequences of working with clients with a range of distressing and life limiting conditions/ needs pleasant physical
If you're interested in working as a locum speech therapist with Mediplacements, apply now!When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

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