Job summary Developing Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Band 6-7 - Voice ( WTE) We have an exciting new vacancy in BCUHB East Speech and Language Therapy adult team working 3 days per week ( hours).
You will lead and continue to develop our voice service.
There are opportunities to contribute to other service areas such as FND or adult dysfluency in line with your clinical skills and interests.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job This is an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated Speech and Language Therapist.
Based on your experience, we will support you to progress in this role with our band 6-7 competency framework.
Previous experience of working in Voice and the ability to manage a caseload independently is necessary.
We are looking for a clinical specialist who can support and develop SLTs and TIs, represent SLT within the MDT and help to drive the future development of our services for voice.
We have excellent working relationships with our ENT department, including a twice monthly Joint Voice Clinic.
There are opportunities to deliver some aspects of this role remotely.
You will be part of the friendly and supportive BCUHB East Adult Speech and Language Therapy team where there is a wide range of expertise and experience.
You will join a growing team of Speech and Language Therapists and technical instructors.
There is excellent peer support and regular clinical supervision.
We have regular team meetings and have strong links with other specialist services.
There are regular cross team CPD and training opportunities as you continue to develop your clinical skills.
There is access to regular therapist-led and MDT clinics including Videofluoroscopy and FEES.
You will lead a range of service improvements and MDT initiatives are encouraged.
We are very happy to answer any questions you may have about this role and welcome informal visits.
About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales .
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.Please check your email account regularly.
Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Applications may be submitted in Welsh.
Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description Job responsibilities You 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 Specification Qualifications Essential Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in S< HCPC registered Post graduate study relevant to clinical area at Masters level or equivalent demonstrable experience at this level Able to demonstrate continuing professional development up to date, relevant CPD portfolio.
Clinical supervisory experience Desirable Membership of appropriate clinical network group Other professional or academic qualification which relates to clinical practice Accredited Practice Placement Educator Certificate Experience Essential Significant experience clinically in area of specialism Experience of clinical leadership Delegation to qualified and non-registered staff Experience of delivering clinical education in area of specialty Significant experience of leading multidisciplinary / multiprofessional teams Experience in service development / improvement.
Experience of leading clinical audit Experience of delivering / supporting practice / service change Delivering Practice Supervision Contributing to Student training Desirable Welsh / English therapy provision Experience of lecturing externally Experience of project management Additional clinical or health care related experience Experience in research Knowledge and Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to problem-solve Negotiation skills Prioritisation skills Ability to work as a team member Extensive clinical experience and knowledge in relationship to specialty Evidence of recent study in relevant clinical area Awareness of roles of other professionals involved in care of service users on agreed caseload Delivering Practice Supervision Desirable Welsh / English therapy provision Alternative and Augmentative Communication knowledge & skills