Full-time Speech-Language Pathologist

About the job

Building Name: PMC - Helen Porter Nursing Home

Location Address: 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury Vermont

Regular

Department: Porter - Rehabilitation Therapies

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Weekend Needs: None

Salary Range: Min $36.50 Mid $45.63 Max $54.75

Recruiter: Aaron Ducatte

Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech-Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs and treats all patients referred to Speech-Language Pathology. Speech-Language Pathology treatments help to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury. Assists patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine “normal” life within the constraints of their disability. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to Speech-Language Pathology’s needs for optimum patient care and service. Performs some administrative duties at the delegation of the Rehabilitation Services Director. Qualifications Masters degree from an accredited college in Speech-Language Pathology. Current State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Current BCLS certification.

EDUCATION:

• Masters degree from an accredited college in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Current BCLS certification.

EXPERIENCE:

Management of medically complex patients; competencies in swallowing assessments and treatment planning; quality improvement planning and implementation; interdisciplinary team membership and effective collaboration for quality improvement.