Speech Therapist (SLP)

Job Title: Speech Therapist (SLP)
Job Location: Providence, RI
Company Name: AdviniaCare Summit Commons

Work Schedule: 32 hours per week, full-time position

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Speech Therapist to join our team at AdviniaCare Summit Commons in Providence, RI. As a Speech Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload. You will also participate in the clinical team process, provide teaching and training to care giver staff, and supervise other assistants, aides, and students as required.

Responsibilities:

• Screens patients/residents and evaluates them, developing appropriate care plans

• Performs direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care

• Consults with and trains patients/residents and caregivers

• Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis

• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

• Communicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, customers, and supervisor

• Participates in clinical program development and implementation

• Participates in the training and orientation of other staff

• Demonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field

• Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures and protects residents’ individual health information

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Speech Therapy

• Must possess an active and unencumbered speech therapist license in Rhode Island

• CEU’s per state licensure requirements

• Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary

• Excellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activities

• Manual dexterity required for documentation needs, manipulations of equipment, and for direct patient care

• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands

• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others

• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds

• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Don't miss out on the chance to join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact. Apply now to become a Speech Therapist at AdviniaCare Summit Commons!