Senior Speech&Language Therapist - Clinical Lead, Dublin

On behalf of our client in the public health, we are now recruiting for a Senior Speech and Language therapist on a full-time basis. The role is based in the Westmeath area. The chosen candidate will provide speech and language and occupational therapy support to users with complex needs in the area.

Key Responsibilities The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will:

Deliver comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment planning for service users with complex needs

Exercise advanced clinical judgement in managing complex caseloads

Conduct assessments and interventions across a range of clinical and community settings

Communicate assessment findings, care plans, and recommendations clearly to service users, families, and relevant professionals

Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation in line with professional and organisational standards

Collaborate closely with service users, families, and multidisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualised care plans

Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff and students

Promote high standards of professional practice and contribute to team performance and development

Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and external agencies

Provide specialist input in communication and swallowing disorders (dysphagia)

Participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and policy development

Contribute to health promotion and prevention initiatives

Ensure adherence to professional ethics, confidentiality, and relevant legislation

Work within all applicable professional, clinical, and organisational guidelines

Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and clinical supervision

Contribute to effective risk management, health and safety practices

Support service coordination, including administrative responsibilities and resource allocation as required

Requirements

Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy

Eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body

Proven experience managing complex caseloads

Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice

Work Location: In person

Pay: Salary will be in line with the current

Department of Health

pay scale.

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