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    Principal Speech - Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom - Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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    NHFT we are Outstanding Trust

    Head and Neck Principal Speech & Language Therapist

    Band 8a

    50,952- 57,349 pa pro rata

    An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Adult Speech & Language Therapy Service -

    As the Principal SLT lead for Head and Neck Cancer you will lead, develop and innovate the clinical pathways within this field, working closely with the ENT, Maxillofacial and Oncology Teams within Northampton General Hospital.

    The post is based within the Head and Neck multi-disciplinary team at Northampton General Hospital. You will provide an excellent and responsive service to adults with swallowing and communication impairments as a result of head and neck cancer treatments (surgical and oncological). This will include management of a clinical caseload including complex laryngectomy including valve changes and tracheostomy care, and provision of an objective swallowing service (FEES and videofluoroscopy). Competencies in FEES would be beneficial but can be provided if necessary.

    The pathway provides a service to in and outpatients across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. There will also be an opportunity to participate in the PATHOS clinical trial.

    Main duties of the job The post holder will be an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with highly specialist knowledge of differential diagnosis associated with complex head and neck cancer and upper airway management

    Will independently manage and prioritise a complex, highly specialist caseload of Head & Neck cancer patients including highly complex Dysphagia and laryngectomy .

    Will support/mentor junior colleagues and provide expert opinions to others, including advice and support for colleagues referring to specialist services from outside Northampton.

    Will provide clinical teaching of Speech and Language Therapy students and will develop and deliver specialist training to others in the area of clinical expertise.

    Will initiate and undertake research/ Clinical Governance/audit projects within area of expertise.

    Will lead on development of care protocols/packages in relation to specialist area, in conjunction with principal/service manager.

    To develop the Head and Neck cancer pathway in line with national developments and guidelines

    To provide specialist treatment plans to inpatients and outpatients with Head & Neck cancer / complex airway management and highly complex dysphagia.

    To take the Speech and Language Therapy lead in multi-disciplinary clinics

    To undertake the fitting and replacement of voice prostheses used in surgical voice restoration. About us There is good professional support, regular clinical supervision, as well as strong links with the East Midlands H& N Cancer Advisory Group.

    The successful candidate will be an ambitious and enthusiastic SLT who can lead a small team and work closely within the MDT.

    NHFT is an outstanding Trust who encourages flexible working and strives to improve the work life balance of employees through improved health and wellbeing. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document. Person Specification Experience Essential
    • Experience in Head& Neck Cancer
    • Experience in Altered airways management
    • Competencies in VF
    Desirable
    • extensive knowledge or Head and Neck Cancer pathway
    Leadership Essential
    • Evidence of leadership skills
    • MDT working
    Desirable
    • Clinical research
    Employer details Employer name Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address Highfield Clinical Care Centre

    Cliftonville road

    Northampton

    NN1 5BU Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 270-TF072-ACS #J-18808-Ljbffr

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