Full-time Speech-Language Pathologist

University of Vermont Medical Center; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center in Middlebury, VT seeks a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist at PMC - Helen Porter Nursing Home. You will administer and direct SLP treatments, evaluate patients, plan and implement therapy, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to restore function and support patient independence.

The role requires a Masters in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, and BCLS certification, with experience in managing medically complex patients and swallowing

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college.
• Current State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Experience managing medically complex patients and swallowing assessments.

Responsibilities

• Direct application of Speech-Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician.
• Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred to Speech-Language Pathology.
• Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities and department budget discussions.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical decision making

Patient care planning

Education

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

BCLS certification

Job description

## Full-time Speech-Language PathologistApply: Middlebury, VT: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R0090754Building Name: PMC - Helen Porter Nursing HomeLocation Address: 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury VermontRegularDepartment: Porter - Rehabilitation TherapiesFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80Shift: DayPrimary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMWeekend Needs: NoneSalary Range: Min $36.50 Mid $45.63 Max $54.75Recruiter: Aaron DucatteResponsible for administration and direct application of Speech-Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred to Speech-Language Pathology. Speech-Language Pathology treatments help to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech-Language Pathology’s needs for optimum patient care and service. Performs some administrative duties at the delegation of the Rehabilitation Services Director. Qualifications Masters degree from an accredited college in Speech-Language Pathology. Current State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Current BCLS certification.**EDUCATION:*** Masters degree from an accredited college in Speech-Language Pathology.* Current State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.* Current BCLS certification. **EXPERIENCE:**Management of medically complex patients; competencies in swallowing assessments and treatment planning; quality improvement planning and implementation; interdisciplinary team membership and effective collaboration for quality improvement.