Speech Therapist - Exeter Hospital

Exeter Hospital, Inc.; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and retirement plans

Free onsite parking

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, seeks an Outpatient Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with neurological or developmental speech, language, and/or feeding/swallowing disorders. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care in a Magnet-recognized hospital.

Requirements include a Master's degree and NH licensure within 90 days of hire; CPR certification is required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• NH licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist within 90 days of hire.
• Experience with dysphagia evaluation and MBS is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Select, administer and interpret clinically appropriate assessments.
• Integrate medical, educational and psychosocial factors when planning treatment.
• Develop and implement plans of care to restore or develop communication and swallowing skills.
• Modify treatment plans based on outcomes and patient progress.
• Collaborate with care teams to coordinate services and maximize outcomes.

Skills

Dysphagia management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Assessment interpretation

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

NH CPR certification within 90 days

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Plans and administers medically prescribed speech therapy evaluation and treatment for patients with neurological or developmental speech, language, communication and/or feeding/swallowing disorders to improve and/or restore function and prevent disability.

Job Description:

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more—all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. At Exeter Hospital, you’ll find a close-knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. The position is an Out Patient Speech Therapist Position at Exeter Hospital.

Why Join Us

• Magnet-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
• Free onsite parking
• Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
• Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire - just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland

Plans and administers medically prescribed speech therapy evaluation and treatment for patients with neurological or developmental speech language communication and/or feeding/swallowing disorders to improve and/or restore function and prevent disability.

Requirements:

Master's degree; graduate of an accredited program Dysphagia & MBS (Inpatient) Speech Language Pathologist - NH CPR certified within 90 days of hire

Major Responsibilities:

• Selects; administers and interprets clinically appropriate assessments.
• Effectively integrates educational; medical; social and psychological factors when interpreting evaluative measures and determining the appropriate treatment diagnosis/diagnoses.
• Develops and implements individual plans of care which promote development and/or restoration of skills required for successful participation in community activities and activities of daily living.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes at various stages and modifies the plan of care to reflect any changes in the patient's performance or condition.
• Designs home exercise programs to facilitate carry over and promote independence.
• Provides instruction and supervision in the implementation of home programs.
• Complies with standards for medical; and/or educational; records management (e.g. insurance authorization; consents; physician's referral; documentation of treatment notes) and maintains patient/client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Complies with professional and licensure standards on code of ethics.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patient and family in accordance with hospital standards including assurance and support of patient's rights and responsibilities.
• Collaborates with other healthcare; contract; and school providers to coordinate services and maximize outcomes.
• Acts as a professional consultant to contract; educational and medical professionals and patients/clients and their families.

Pay Range: $33.54 - $55.00

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives.

Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

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