Speech Therapist

Speech TherapistLocation: Webster Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Webster Shift: Per diem Rate: Up to $60 an hour, weekly payAbout the Role: We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our team at Webster Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, a skilled nursing facility. As a Speech Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload, and participate in the clinical team process.Responsibilities:Screens patients/residents and evaluates them for rehabilitation servicesDevelops and implements individualized rehabilitation plansProvides direct patient/resident treatment and consultationParticipates in the clinical team process and contributes to quality improvement activitiesCommunicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, and customersDemonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the fieldRequirements:Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Speech TherapyCurrent licensure by the applicable state agencyTwo (2) years of clinical experience in long-term care preferredAbility to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customersStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational and analytical skillsStanding and walking for significant amounts of time is necessaryExcellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activitiesManual dexterity required for documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and for direct patient careBenefits:Weekly PayHoliday & Overtime PayCareer Advancement OpportunitiesExclusive Employer Discount Program401(k) with Employer MatchAvailable for Full-Time Staff:Employer-Paid Life InsuranceVacation and Personal TimeHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceWe 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).