Adult Acute Speech Therapist - West Yorkshire

Job Title: Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: West Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £25.00–£32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join a dynamic hospital-based service in West Yorkshire. This role involves providing high-quality assessment and intervention for patients with stroke-related communication and swallowing disorders within an acute setting.

Due to the expansion of hospital capacity and the opening of additional beds, there is a growing need for skilled therapists to support hospital flow and manage an increased number of outlier patients. The position offers a varied caseload, with potential to work across inpatient and outpatient outreach settings. A car driver is preferred to facilitate travel between sites.

• Key Responsibilities
  Assess, diagnose, and manage communication and swallowing difficulties in adults with stroke and acquired neurological conditions.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy and provide timely, effective interventions to support recovery and hospital discharge.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, nursing, and therapy colleagues, to deliver holistic patient care.
• Contribute to inpatient and outpatient services, supporting continuity of care and community reintegration.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and professional standards.
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration
• Proven experience working within an acute adult setting, ideally with stroke patients.
• Excellent clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• A car driver is preferred due to potential outreach and multi-site working.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are dedicated to finding the best opportunities that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. With exclusive access to Speech and Language Therapy roles across the UK, we offer a personalised, supportive, and rewarding recruitment experience.

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