Per - Diem Speech Pathologist

Position Summary:

Responsible for administration and direct application of Speech/Language pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring provider.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree from accredited program, completion of all state and national requirements for licensure/certification. Minimum of three years clinical experience in inpatient setting. Current BLS Certification required.

Essential Functions Of The Position:

• Administers speech/language therapy treatment modalities with competency and appropriateness related to patient’s diagnosis and current status.
• Completes all necessary documentation to include: evaluation, re-evaluation/progress notes as required by regulatory agencies, daily notes and other.
• Communicates appropriately, timely and effectively with providers, patients, visitors, coworkers and supervisor.
• Posts all precautions/recommendations as related to speech/language therapy for nursing and other discipline carry over.
• Participate in operational activities of the department including continuous quality improvement initiatives and chart QI.
• Ensure that patient charges are completed accurately and timely on all treatment notes.
• Participate in safety program initiatives, infection control initiatives and emergency preparedness initiatives as requested or assigned.

How We Support You:

• Rich Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Life And Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Responsive Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Motivations And Incentives
• Paid Parental Leave

Why Grace Cottage?

Grace Cottage has been voted “Best Place To Work,” in the Brattleboro Reformers Readers’ Choice Award since 2019. We are also included in the Vermont Biz Magazines 2023 Best Places To Work in Vermont! Who wouldn’t want to work in a small hospital in VT with these accolades. Grace Cottage is surrounded by beautiful mountains to ski/snowboard/snowshoe, stunning hiking adventures, and a short commute to quant Vermont towns.

We are eager to meet with you and share additional information about this enriching area of the health care we provide.