Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Great Barrington, MA

Summary:

Virtus Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a leading nursing home in Great Barrington, MA, to find a compassionate and experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an SLP to make a positive impact on the lives of residents, helping them regain communication and swallowing abilities in a supportive and fulfilling environment.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Contribute to improving the quality of life for seniors by providing essential rehabilitation services.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to providing compassionate and holistic care.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a stable full-time (40 hours/week) schedule, Monday through Friday, with no weekend rotations.
• Charming Community: Experience the beauty and tranquility of Great Barrington, a picturesque town in the Berkshires known for its arts scene, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions.

Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' communication and swallowing abilities, identifying areas for improvement.
• Personalized Treatment Plans: Develop individualized care plans that address specific communication and swallowing difficulties, utilizing evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Implement a variety of therapy interventions, including speech therapy, language therapy, and swallowing therapy, to improve residents' communication, cognitive, and swallowing skills.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate residents and their families on communication strategies, swallowing techniques, and home programs to promote continued progress.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure:
  • Valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Massachusetts.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent.
• Experience:
  • Experience in a skilled nursing or geriatric rehabilitation setting is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention for communication and swallowing disorders.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
  • Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

If you are a passionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist seeking a career in a supportive environment, we invite you to submit your resume to Virtus Healthcare Staffing. We look forward to connecting with you!