Speech Language Pathologist (Rehabilitation) - PT/40

Springfield Hospital, Inc.; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Springfield Hospital, Inc. is seeking a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver patient-centered care across inpatient, swing bed, and community diagnostic services in Vermont.

You will evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, including dysphagia management and MBSS interpretation, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and supporting discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Speech Therapy program.
• Master’s or Clinical Doctorate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program or equivalent.
• Experience and/or training in dysphagia evaluation and MBSS.
• Familiarity with inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, and swing bed models of care.
• Current Vermont licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (ASHA CCC-SLP preferred).
• BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Immunization compliance per policy.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the speech-language pathology process to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the inpatient unit, swing bed program, and community-based diagnostic services.
• Provide individualized evaluation and treatment for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, developing tailored care plans.
• Evaluate patients with dysphagia, including MBSS, in inpatient and community settings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal outcomes.
• Document evaluations, treatment, and progress; maintain ongoing communication with providers.
• Assist in admission decisions, discharge planning, and referrals for continued services.

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Complex problem solving

Instructing/teaching

Pleasant bedside manner

Motivational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy

Master's or Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology (CAA-accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Utilize the speech-language pathology process to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the inpatient unit, swing bed program, and community-based diagnostic services.
• Provide individualized evaluation and treatment for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, developing and implementing tailored care plans that promote safety, functional independence, and quality of life.
• Evaluate patients recovering from surgery, trauma, neurological events, or acute illness, with a particular emphasis on dysphagia management, including the completion and interpretation of modified barium swallow studies for both inpatient and community-referred patients. Treatment may also address speech, language, voice, and cognitive-communication deficits as appropriate to each patient’s needs.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation and medical team to provide direct therapy, patient and family education, and clinical recommendations to support optimal outcomes.
• Include thorough documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and patient progress, as well as ongoing communication with providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Contribute to admission decision-making, discharge planning, and recommendations for continued services or higher levels of care, all while navigating the unique and rewarding challenges of a rural healthcare environment.

Job Type

Part-time

Description

• Utilize the speech-language pathology process to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the inpatient unit, swing bed program, and community-based diagnostic services.
• Provide individualized evaluation and treatment for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, developing and implementing tailored care plans that promote safety, functional independence, and quality of life.
• Evaluate patients recovering from surgery, trauma, neurological events, or acute illness, with a particular emphasis on dysphagia management, including the completion and interpretation of modified barium swallow studies for both inpatient and community-referred patients. Treatment may also address speech, language, voice, and cognitive-communication deficits as appropriate to each patient’s needs.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation and medical team to provide direct therapy, patient and family education, and clinical recommendations to support optimal outcomes.
• Include thorough documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and patient progress, as well as ongoing communication with providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Contribute to admission decision-making, discharge planning, and recommendations for continued services or higher levels of care, all while navigating the unique and rewarding challenges of a rural healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Speech Therapy program.
• Master’s or Clinical Doctorate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) or equivalent.
• Experience and/or documented training in dysphagia evaluation and management, including modified barium swallow studies (MBSS).
• Familiarity with inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, and swing bed models of care.
• Training and skills in interpreting instrumental swallowing assessments (MBSS) and collaborating with radiology and multidisciplinary teams.
• Current Vermont licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. (ASHA CCC-SLP preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Must be in compliance with all immunization requirements as outlined in the Heath Care Worker Immunization Policy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Pleasant bedside manner.
• Motivational skills.
• Time management.
• Complex problem-solving skills.
• Instructing and teaching skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Salary Range:

The base rate for this position is $36.00 - $46.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.

Salary Description

$36.00 - $46.00 per hour