Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

For more than 75 years, Windham Hospital has treated patients with the latest high-tech equipment, operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate medical professionals available. We seek to meet the total healthcare needs of people from throughout Northeastern Connecticut. Our staff members are proud to live and work in this area, and are committed to providing quality healthcare to our community.

Our award-winning staff is committed to compassionate high-quality care and to making you feel better, using the very latest in diagnostic and treatment skills and equipment. We provide a vital core of inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, and emergency services in a caring and personal community setting in Northeastern Connecticut.

Job Summary
We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and caring Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our experienced team of clinicians at Windham’s Family Health Center  and our Outpatient Clinic with Backus Hospital in Norwich! The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, treats and educates patients with speech, language, swallowing and cognitive disorders as prescribed by a referring physician.

Benefits
As one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state, we offer a team-oriented structure, an excellent benefits package along with Special Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge, growth opportunities and support within the organization.

Flexible scheduling
Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and dental benefits
401K with excellent company match
Company paid short term and long-term disability insurance
Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
Clinical specialty opportunities

We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.

Qualifications

• State of CT Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) license.
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. Enrollment in Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) as designated by ASHA, and Supervised Professional Experience (SPE) as required by Connecticut State law.
• Prior outpatient experience and performance of modified barium swallow evaluations preferred.
• Expertise in voice therapy, along with speech, language. swallowing, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be flexible, a team player and able to work efficiently in a hectic environment.

Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately. Ability to prioritize daily work assignments.

Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use). Proficient skills in windows-based software (including word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation programs).

Working knowledge of Sate Practice Act and Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulations.

Problem Solving and Decision Making
Requires the ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little direction. Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources. Able to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.