Speech Therapist

Heatherwood Rehab; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Holiday & Overtime Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Plymouth, MA is seeking a Speech Therapist to join our care team. We offer full-time and part-time roles with up to $55 per hour and weekly pay.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment, care planning, and collaboration with the clinical team. Current state licensure is required, and new graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Current licensure by the applicable state agency.
• Two years of clinical experience in long-term care preferred.
• New graduates welcome!

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload.
• Participate in the clinical team process and provide teaching and training to caregiver staff.
• Supervise other assistants, aides, and students as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, residents, team members, customers, and supervisor.
• 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.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Speech Therapy

Job description

Speech Therapist

We are hiring full-time and part-time Speech Therapists to join our dynamic care team at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center! Up to $55 an hour with weekly pay.

About Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

As a leading provider of continuum of care services, Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center offers a comprehensive range of services, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and hospice care. Our mission is to provide a healthier approach to caring, and we are committed to delivering exceptional care and services to our patients and residents.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload
• Participate in the clinical team process and provide teaching and training to caregiver staff
• Supervise other assistants, aides, and students as required
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations
• Communicate effectively with patients, residents, team members, customers, and supervisor
• 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
• Current licensure by the applicable state agency
• Two (2) years of clinical experience in long-term care preferred
• CEU's per state licensure requirements
• New graduates welcome!

Additional Requirements:

• 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 are 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:

• Weekly Pay
• Holiday & Overtime Pay
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
• 401(k) with Employer Match

Available for Full-Time Staff:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows 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).