Speech Therapist - Per Diem

Prime Healthcare; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Woonsocket is seeking a qualified Speech Therapist to join their award-winning team. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with speech and language disorders, contributing to program development, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy and relevant state licensure. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment committed to patient safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.
• Licensed by the State in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluation and treatment planning for patients with speech disorders.
• Assists in developing new programs for the department.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Education

Bachelor in Speech Therapy

MS in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Landmark Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Landmark Medical Center is a 214-bed acute care hospital in Woonsocket, RI. The hospital has been “A”rated for patient safety by The Leapfrog Group and has received numerous Healthgrades awards for patient safety excellence, heart care, and orthopedics. Originally known as the "Woonsocket Hospital," Landmark Medical Center has been serving the communities of northern Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts since 1873. Learn more at www.landmarkmedical.org.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning and implementation of treatment for patients demonstrating disorders of speech, language, cognition, swallowing and other services prescribed by a physician. Assists in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs beneficial for the enhancement of the department.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with Bachelors in speech therapy required. 2. MS degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred. 3. At least one year of experience in a hospital setting. 4. Licensed by the State in Speech-Language Pathology. 5. Current BLS for healthcare providers certification upon hire and maintain current.

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