Speech Therapist

About the job

PowerBack Rehabilitation is hiring a part-time speech therapist (speech language pathologist) in Walla Walla. The therapist helps older adults with communication and swallowing problems, designing and carrying out treatment plans to restore and strengthen their speech and communication.

PowerBack provides physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy for older adults in skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living, outpatient clinics and at home.

What you'll do

• Design treatment plans for patients with communication, swallowing and related disorders
• Work with patients to carry out those plans and deliver rehab services efficiently
• Train patients and caregivers in skills that build independence
• Refer patients to other care when they need it and work with fellow therapists
• Keep equipment clean and attend meetings

What you need

• A master's in speech-language pathology, communication disorders or a similar field that is acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• An ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, or eligibility to be an ASHA Clinical Fellow or to earn the certificate
• A license, certification or credential as the state requires

Schedule

• Part-time

Benefits

• Dental and vision plans for part-time staff
• Paid time off for part-time staff
• A clinical mentorship program for new graduates that starts on day one
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge and a professional development program
• Visa and green card sponsorship and relocation help
• Employee discounts and a recognition program