What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Hearthstone?
Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Hearthstone Communities and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Hearthstone Communities goes above and beyond this to ensure that the Hearthstone experience is award-winning for each and every one of our residents. We strive to provide Hope, Dignity, and Purposeful Living in all that we do.
Hearthstone Communities is in growth mode and currently looking for Speech Language Pathologist to join our team! The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating, treating, documenting, and/or facilitating care for residents with impaired ability to swallow or communicate due to disease process. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day! Apply now!
Responsibilities:
- Provides appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities.
- Recommends appropriate treatment, preventative measures, adaptive equipment, and/or durable medical equipment to prevent decline in residents’ function.
- Provides appropriate resident and caregiver in-service education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities.
- Evaluate and document evaluations of referred residents in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Benefits:
- 4 weeks of PTO on an accrual basis in your first year of employment
- 7 paid holidays (premium pay if scheduled to work the holiday)
- Paid sick time
- Shift Differential
- 401k with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance
- Paid training opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement plans
- Employee pharmacy program
- Special employee recognition and giveaways (you might even win an expense paid vacation like several employees did this year!
Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited speech therapy / pathologist program.
- Current speech therapy / pathologist licensure. Must maintain license.
- Ability to lift 60 pounds if necessary with the ability to sit, walk, bend, and twist. Ability to engage in repetitive motions for extended times required.
- Additional education or experience in long-term care therapy preferred.
If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you! Apply now!
*A full written job description is available upon request
