Speech Therapist

SUMMARY: The Meadows on University is hiring a FT Speech and Language Pathologist to join their dynamic and passionate team. The primary purpose of the position is to ensure the highest quality of resident care available, support staff and establish a positive reputation in the community while delivering on the Eduro HealthCare Values of wellness, compassion, customer experience and company results.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalentMust be a graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology programMinimum one (1) year experience working with adults in a health care setting preferredLanguage SkillsMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform required duties.Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.Bi-lingual skills welcomeCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsThree (3) years experience holding active CCCS prior to CFY Supervision preferredMust hold current and active license or registration in state employedMust be ASHA certified (CCCs)Completion of orientation required by company policy.Health screening and TB tes within two weeks of employment.Mandatory drug test upon hire.Must be free of criminal activity proven by a criminal background check.Become familiar with and comply to all local, state, and federal regulations relating to the job.Show within three (3) days of hire satisfactory evidence of identity and eligibility for employment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Frequently move about the facility.Frequently assist patients with exercises.Must be able to rapidly assist in the evacuation of all residents from the building in case of emergency.Work EnvironmentMay be asked to work beyond normal working hours and must have flexibility and willingness to work holidays, etc.Must work in an office and other areas of the facility as needed.May be subject to illness, diseases, and other health conditions present in the facility.Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr