Speech therapist Jobs in Waterbury, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Bristol Home Care and Hospice Agency is currently seeking a per diem Speech Therapist. We are a 4 star rated agency in patient satisfaction by CMS. We service the greater Bristol, CT area. We are a community non-profit agency supporting the greater Bristol, CT area.

At Bristol Health, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Health your choice.

Assesses patient needs for Speech Therapy and related therapeutic services in the home care setting, develops treatment plans and goals in consultation with other treatment team members, and conducts therapy programs designed to improve functioning and enhance patients well-being.

Schedule : per diem

• All start of care responsibilities are conducted by our Nursing staff

Qualifications

Educational / Minimum Requirements :

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Therapy.

Must have at least 1+ years of experience in Speech Therapy.

State / Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements :

Current Connecticut Licensure. CEU’s as mandated by the State of Connecticut.

Must have a valid BLS certification or be willing to obtain upon hire - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Must be willing to be fingerprinted for the CMS database system in the State of Connecticut.

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements :

General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital. CPR annually.

Special Requirements :

Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills.

For Home Care Agency : Must have a car to drive to home visits and a valid

Connecticut driver’s license in good standing; $100,000-$300,000 automobile liability insurance.

Physical Requirements :

Provides direct patient care to patients.

Work Environment :

Occasional exposure to body fluids, occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals. Exposure to stressful situations. Personal contact and varied levels of customers in the home setting.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.