Medforce are currently seeking a Speech & Language Therapist to join a dedicated rehabilitation team working with adults in an acute setting in Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative environment focused on patient recovery and quality of life.
About the Role:
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing speech, language, and swallowing assessments and interventions for adult patients with acquired communication and swallowing disorders in a rehabilitation setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting patients to regain independence and improve functional outcomes.
Key Responsibilities of the Speech and Language Therapist:
1. Assess and manage communication and swallowing disorders in adult patients
2. Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on patient goals
3. Collaborate with the wider MDT including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nursing, and medical teams
4. Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers
5. Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation in accordance with clinical and legal standards
6. Participate in case conferences and service development initiatives
Essential Requirements for the Speech and Language Therapist:
1. Degree in Clinical Speech & Language Therapy (or equivalent)
2. CORU registration as a Speech & Language Therapist
3. Dysphagia qualification (Essential)
4. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills
5. Passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care
Desirable:
1. Experience working in a rehabilitation, hospital, or adult healthcare setting
2. Familiarity with AAC and cognitive-communication disorders
What’s on Offer:
1. Salary aligned with HSE payscales
2. Supportive, experienced MDT environment
3. Opportunities for professional development and CPD
4. Meaningful, rewarding work supporting patient rehabilitation and quality of life
Contact Us:
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a speech and language therapist to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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