Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Adult)

Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Adults Primary Care)
Location: Clondalkin, Dublin
Contract Type: Full-time, Agency Contract (6-12 months with potential for extension)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales (Senior Speech and Language Therapist)

Excel Recruitment are eager to hear from CORU registered Senior Speech and Language Therapists who passionate and committed to improving the lives of adults in the community.

Excel Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Speech and Language Therapist on behalf of a HSE Adult Primary Care team based in Clondalkin. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team where clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional growth are at the heart of service delivery.

There is the opportunity for professional development and the support of a strong multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to adults with a range of speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will support adults in primary care settings, promoting communication, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, and carers to set individualised therapy goals and provide practical, evidence-based strategies.
• Conduct both clinic-based and community visits, depending on service needs.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, Social Workers, Dietitians, and GPs.
• Provide education and support to families, carers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with HSE and professional standards.
• Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives, leveraging the expertise expected of a Senior Therapist.
• Engage in regular supervision, peer review, and CPD to maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Recognised qualification approved by the Speech and Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
• CORU registration (essential)
• Dysphagia / communication experience
• Experience in primary care / community setting
• Experience with complex adult caseloads (neurology, older persons, etc.)
• 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience working with an adult caseload, sufficient to meet the criteria for a Senior grade post.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.

What you need to do now:

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real impact in a supportive team in Clondalkin, we would love to hear from you.

Please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 089-9455139

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