Job description

Blackstone Valley Health & Rehab is seeking a Per Diem/PRN/ Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) who is a proactive caregiver with a positive “team player” attitude, and meets the following requirements:

Primary Job Function

The Speech and Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with orders from a physician through use of therapeutic procedures designed to address deficits in speech, language, hearing, swallowing and cognition and improve independence, safety and quality of life!

The Speech and Language Pathologist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of speech therapy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform patients of any potential risk during any procedure.
• Work with nursing staff, patient and families to maximize patient's use of functional abilities.
• Establish and instruct patient and family/other caregiver in exercises and therapeutic procedures to be continued following discharge.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, as required.

Requirements:

• Master of Science degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.
• Prefer minimum one (1) year experience in geriatric rehabilitation.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
• Demonstrated competency in applying principles, methods, materials and equipment used in speech therapy.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Health Savings Account, Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability, 401(k) Savings Plan, and Planned Time-Off (vacation, personal, and state sick time).

Such benefits, as well competitive compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.

Pay: $57.00 - $65.00 per hour

Schedule:

• On call

Work setting:

• Rehabilitation center

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Whitinsville, MA 01588: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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