What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Pathologist position at Heritage Ministries?
Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Heritage Ministries and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Heritage Ministries goes above and beyond this to ensure that the Heritage 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.
Heritage Ministries is in growth mode and currently looking for Speech Pathologist to join our team The Speech 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:
- Paid training opportunities
- Education Assistance plans
- Employee pharmacy program
- Special employee recognition and giveaways
Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited speech therapy / pathologist program.
- Current NYS 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
**We reserve the right to revise the essential position functions and responsibilities as the need arises.