Speech Therapist

Athena Care at Home; Centerville (MA); On-site; USD 59,099 - 84,171; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Holiday Pay

401(k) with Employer Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Athena Care at Home seeks a part-time Speech Therapist to join their team in Centerville, Massachusetts. Responsibilities include conducting resident assessments, developing care plans, and providing treatment and training. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and a state-issued license or be in the process of obtaining one. The position offers competitive weekly pay and opportunities for career advancement. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Active Speech Therapist license in Massachusetts or in the process of obtaining one.
• Ability to cope with stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
• Excellent verbal and auditory skills required for communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments, care planning, and treatment for residents.
• Participate in clinical team processes and development.
• Train and teach staff and caregivers.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Speech Therapy

Job description

Speech Therapist at Cape Regency Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, Barnstable!

Part‑time openings up to $52 an hour with weekly pay.

At Cape Regency Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, we take pride in delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families. Our employees are the heart of our organization, and we strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload
• Participate in the clinical team process
• Provide teaching and training to staff
• Screen patients/residents and develop appropriate care plans
• May perform additional assigned administrative duties
• Under a physician’s order, provide direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care
• Consult with and train patients/residents and caregivers
• Monitor efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the supervisor
• Document activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis
• Participate in clinical program development and implementation
• Participate in the training and orientation of other staff
• Demonstrate ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Speech Therapy
• Must possess an active and unencumbered Speech Therapist license in the state, or be in the process or eligible to obtain one
• Newly licensed graduates welcome to apply!
• Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary
• Excellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activities
• Manual dexterity required for documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and for direct patient care
• Requires intense attention and concentration
• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others
• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds
• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language

Benefits

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).