Speech Therapist

Prime Healthcare; Dover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist to join their award-winning team. In this fulfilling role, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, and cognitive disorders, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. You will also play a vital role in developing innovative programs that enhance the department's services. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive and compassionate environment. If you are passionate about helping others and have the required qualifications, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college with a Bachelor's in speech therapy required.
• Licensed by the State in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement treatment for patients with speech and language disorders.
• Assist in developing new programs for department enhancement.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Speech Therapy

MS in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning and implementation of treatment for patients demonstrating disorders of speech, language, cognition, swallowing and other services prescribed by a physician. Assists in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs beneficial for the enhancement of the department.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with Bachelor's in speech therapy required.
2. MS degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.
3. At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.
4. Licensed by the State in Speech-Language Pathology.
5. Current BLS for healthcare providers certification upon hire and maintain current.