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Speech Therapist

Part-time

Athena Health Care Systems

Webster, MAPart-timeup to $60/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
up to $60/hr
Location
Webster, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current State LicensureBachelor's degree

Job overview

Athena Health Care Systems is hiring a Speech Therapist. The Speech Therapist will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload. This role involves participating in the clinical team process at Webster Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, a skilled nursing facility. The therapist will also contribute to quality improvement activities and communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Key focus areas include Screens patients/residents and evaluates them for rehabilitation services, Develops and implements individualized rehabilitation plans, and Provides direct patient/resident treatment and consultation.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's or Master's in Speech Therapy, State Licensure, and Standing and Walking Significant Time. Important skills include Patient/Resident Assessment, Care Planning, Direct Treatment, Consultation, Clinical Team Process Participation, and Quality Improvement Activities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient/Resident AssessmentCare PlanningDirect TreatmentConsultationClinical Team Process ParticipationQuality Improvement ActivitiesEffective CommunicationContinuous New LearningFunction Effectively in Multi-Faceted SystemsInteract Effectively With All Levels of Staff and CustomersOral CommunicationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsExcellent HearingVerbal SkillsManual Dexterity

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech TherapyCurrent State LicensureUp to Date With COVID Vaccinations2 Years Clinical Experience in Long-Term Care

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Speech Therapist

Location: Webster Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Webster

Shift: Per diem

Rate: Up to $60 an hour, weekly pay

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our team at Webster Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, a skilled nursing facility. As a Speech Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload, and participate in the clinical team process.

Responsibilities:

  • Screens patients/residents and evaluates them for rehabilitation services

  • Develops and implements individualized rehabilitation plans

  • Provides direct patient/resident treatment and consultation

  • Participates in the clinical team process and contributes to quality improvement activities

  • Communicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, and customers

  • Demonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Speech Therapy

  • Current licensure by the applicable state agency

  • Two (2) years of clinical experience in long-term care preferred

  • Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers

  • Strong oral and written communication skills

  • Strong organizational and analytical skills

  • Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary

  • Excellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activities

  • Manual dexterity required for documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and for direct patient care

Benefits:

  • Weekly Pay

  • Holiday & Overtime Pay

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • Exclusive Employer Discount Program

  • 401(k) with Employer Match

Available for Full-Time Staff:

  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance

  • Vacation and Personal Time

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).

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