Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care

Hartford HealthCare; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive PTO

Flexible scheduling

Medical and dental benefits

401K with company match

Disability coverage

Continuing education

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s MidState Medical Center in Meriden, CT is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat communication, cognition and swallowing disorders, promoting patient safety and independence. The SLP will develop treatment plans, deliver direct and indirect services, and collaborate with the Department Manager/Director while participating in continuing education.

We offer extensive PTO, flexible scheduling, medical and dental benefits, 401K with company match,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college/university.
• State of Connecticut License in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence or Approved Clinical Fellowship plan from ASHA-may be required depending on site.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, determines treatment strategies and provides direct or indirect services to identify, restore and rehabilitate disorders of communication, cognition and swallowing to maximize safety and independence.
• Reports to Department Manager/Director.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Location Detail

435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123)

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

MidState Medical Center

Our current Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) opportunity is with MidState Medical Center. Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee’s alike. We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke and orthopedic care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular, orthopedic and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.

Position Description

The Speech Language Pathologist independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies and provides direct or indirect services that identify, restore and rehabilitate disorders of communication, cognition and swallowing to maximize a patient’s safety and independence. Reports to Department Manager/Director.

Benefits

We offer a team-oriented structure, a comprehensive continuing education program, an excellent benefits package and opportunities for growth throughout our network. In addition we have Special Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge to advance your skills!

• Extensive paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible scheduling & competitive pay
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401K with company match
• Company paid short term and long term disability
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Clinical specialty and senior clinician opportunities

We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college/university.
• State of Connecticut License in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence or Approved Clinical Fellowship plan from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association-may be required depending on site.
• MBS/FEES experience a plus

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.