Critical Care Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Critical Care Specialist Speech & Language Therapist role at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers a permanent position based at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, working within the Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service in critical care. The role involves assessing and managing complex communication and swallowing difficulties in adults, including those with tracheostomies, using advanced techniques such as FEES and videofluoroscopy. Candidates must hold a BSc/MSc in Speech and Language Therapy, be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, and be a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Essential experience includes post-qualification work with adult acquired disorders in a multidisciplinary setting and demonstrated skills in therapeutic approaches, clinical reasoning, and team collaboration. Desirable experience includes leading adult therapy groups, conducting videofluoroscopy assessments, and contributing to audit or research initiatives. The post falls under Band 6 of the Agenda for Change pay scale, with a salary range of £39,959 to £48,117 per annum, inclusive of a flexible working arrangement. Applications must be submitted by 16 October 2026 through the original advertiser, with no further details required beyond this closing date.