Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity for an SLT who is passionate in supporting babies and families on the neonatal unit and beyond. Join the incredible Starlight Neonatal Unit--a hub of innovation and care. We're seeking dynamic SLT to support babies and families on the neonatal unit and beyond. Our unit has embraced Family Integrated Care, and we have also achieved Bronze status in the Bliss Baby Charter. We have begun our UNICEF Baby Friendly journey, aiming for level one. Be part of our team, dedicated to developmental support and family-centered care. Unleash your potential with us and help us redefine neonatal care. You will be part of a well-established neonatal therapy team. At Starlight/WestB6 we recognise the value and importance of breastfeeding and the provision of breastmilk in the neonatal unit. The successful candidate will be supported to complete their lactation training.
Main duties of the job
To manage and provide highly specialist assessment, differential diagnosis and therapeutic management of infants with dysphagia or developmental feeding and communication difficulties on the neonatal unit and provide cover to the acute paediatric ward as needed and on request.
To manage a designated caseload of neonatal inpatients producing a high standard of case notes and reports reflecting specialist neonatal knowledge.
To have acquired specialist skills in the areas of:
- Complex neonatal dysphagia management
- High risk infants
- Support of lactation and breastfeeding including knowledge of the Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative
- Development of feeding and swallowing
- Early communication and interaction
- Family Integrated Care
- Developmental care
- Acute paediatric assessment and intervention skills
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate highly specialist clinical skills in the field of Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy and acute pediatrics
To deliver therapeutic input based on highly specialist theoretical and practical knowledge including appropriate clinical specialist skills.
To work collaboratively as part of the Neonatal multi-disciplinary team to ensure a high quality, effective and efficient service to support the infants feeding and early communication journey
To support and advocate best practice models of neonatal care such as Unicefs Baby Friendly Initiative, Family Integrated Care and Developmental Care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
To work as part of the Neonatal multi-disciplinary team to create an embedded Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy service.
To actively contribute to service development within the Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy service and as part of the wider neonatal MDT
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate highly specialist clinical skills in the field of Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy and acute pediatrics
To deliver therapeutic input based on highly specialist theoretical and practical knowledge including appropriate clinical specialist skills.
To work collaboratively as part of the Neonatal multi-disciplinary team to ensure a high quality, effective and efficient service to support the infants feeding and early communication journey
To support and advocate best practice models of neonatal care such as Unicefs Baby Friendly Initiative, Family Integrated Care and Developmental Care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
To work as part of the Neonatal multi-disciplinary team to create an embedded Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy service.
To actively contribute to service development within the Neonatal Speech and Language Therapy service and as part of the wider neonatal MDT
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - License to Practice
- Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate training in neonates
- Postgraduate advanced accredited paediatric dysphagia training
Experience
Essential
- Specialist level of clinical skills and knowledge in the assessment, differential diagnosis and management of complex paediatric feeding, swallowing and communication disorders.
- Relevant postgraduate experience in the assessment and management of under ones.
- Experience of SLT students at student clinical tutor and supervisor levels
- Ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate experience in the acute setting
- Experience of leading audit
- Experience of training staff groups at all levels
- Experience of observing in Video Fluoroscopy clinics
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - License to Practice
- Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate training in neonates
- Postgraduate advanced accredited paediatric dysphagia training
Experience
Essential
- Specialist level of clinical skills and knowledge in the assessment, differential diagnosis and management of complex paediatric feeding, swallowing and communication disorders.
- Relevant postgraduate experience in the assessment and management of under ones.
- Experience of SLT students at student clinical tutor and supervisor levels
- Ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate experience in the acute setting
- Experience of leading audit
- Experience of training staff groups at all levels
- Experience of observing in Video Fluoroscopy clinics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
