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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
Our purpose:
Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.
Our values:
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please click here - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
What you will do:
To be responsible for organising the effective delivery and development of Speech and Language Therapy Services within an agreed partnership. (East Ayrshire)
To represent the specialist contribution of Speech and Language Therapy Services in a range of multi disciplinary/multi agency fora within and outwith the organisation in the strategic planning of agreed service areas, communicating complex and at times contentious information which relates to the specialist area.
To ensure that systems to support Clinical Governance and performance management are operating effectively within the agreed Service area.
To have responsibility for the management of a highly specialised caseload, ensuring effective diagnosis and management to meet patients’ needs.
To act as chair of the Speech and Language Therapy profession Uni Professional Clinical Governance Group and be the nominated Speech and Language Therapy representative on the AHP Clinical Governance Group.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
University Degree – 3 years ordinary, 4 years honours degree.
Certificate to practice from HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (desirable).
Significant clinical experience in working with an adult and/or paediatric caseload.
Relevant post-graduate qualification in the management of dysphagia and significant experience of working in designated field.
Evidence of relevant post-graduate education and development to Masters level.
Advanced level of specialist knowledge gained over a significant period of time and including regular attendance at specialist courses, specific interest groups (SIGs).
Completion of recognised Leadership course and/or a proven record of motivational leadership skills and team management/development.
Evidence of Quality Improvement competence
Evidence of audit and research activity.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Evidence of maintaining and improving own competency to practice through Continuing Professional Development activities
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Fixed Term/Secondment:
Please note this job is a fixed term/secondment until 31st July 2025
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: lianne.mcinally2@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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