Speech Therapist

Saint Vincent Hospital; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 33,916 - 52,569; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Worcester, MA seeks a dedicated speech-language pathologist to perform evaluations and create tailored treatment programs for diverse patient demographics. Responsibilities include direct patient care, assessments, and developing improvement goals. Candidates should hold a Master's degree and relevant certification. Competitive hourly wage ranges from $24.62 to $38.16 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• State licensure required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required.
• Competency in performing modified barium swallow exams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to physician orders for speech therapy.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements.
• Develops functional goals based on patient and family expectations.

Skills

Patient assessment

Cognitive skills development

Language comprehension

Education

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Vincent Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits

We Offer More Than a Job – A Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work‑Life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of speech language pathology. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re‑assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency, as applicable. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.

Responsibilities

• Responds to physician orders for speech therapy.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
• Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment, and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
• Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
• Develops, improves, and restores cognitive skills, language comprehension, and language expression skills through comprehensive assessment and testing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Master’s degree in speech‑language pathology / communication sciences and disorders.
  • Licensure / Certification: State licensure and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• Preferred:
  • Experience: Competency in performing modified barium swallow exams.

Compensation

$24.62 - $38.16 hourly. Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.

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