What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Northwest Health - Porter?
Job Overview
The Speech Therapist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, social communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This role develops and implements individualized treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency and improve patient outcomes. The Speech Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care. Education: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required.
Full Time Benefits:
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
- Educational Assistance
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Paid Time Off Available
PRN Benefits:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Scheduling
Licenses & Certifications:
- Health Services\SLP - Speech Language Practitioner license in state of employment required or
- ST - Speech Therapist license in state of employment required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required
- 1-3 years as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting required
- Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management preferred
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a current Master’s Degree in Speech - Language
Pathology from an accredited program?
License/Certification:
- Health Services/SLP, or Speech Therapist License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $61,928 - $92,672