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Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care
Worcester, Massachusetts
Parsons Hill Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

$2,218-2,612/week
Posted 9 hours ago
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Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
Setting: Long-term care / rehab
Employment type: Temp
Shift: Days
Contract length: 13 weeks
Hours per day: 8

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in Massachusetts
  • Speech Language Pathologist (1 year of experience)
  • Speech Language Pathologist experience within the last year
  • CCC
  • Experience in a(n) Long Term Care setting

Experience Notes

  • New graduates are acceptable if they have Level II experience; Level I observation experience is not sufficient

Role Summary

  • Screens, evaluates, and treats patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders
  • Develops and adjusts plans of care based on patient progress and outcomes
  • Provides consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers
  • Communicates patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans with the care team
  • Completes discharge summaries and required clinical documentation
  • Participates in required meetings, trainings, in-services, and conferences
  • May supervise and support CFY or student speech-language pathologists

About Worcester, MA

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Worcester, MA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Worcester, MA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
  • However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
Weather
  • Worcester experiences a range of weather throughout the year.
  • Summers have average highs around 80°F and lows around 60°F, while winters have average highs around 35°F and lows around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Worcester, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
Transportation
  • Worcester is fairly car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and commuter rail for easy access to nearby cities like Boston.
Demographics
  • Worcester is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
  • Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
  • Worcester has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to Boston.
Things to Do
  • Worcester offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local hockey and baseball games.
  • Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for water recreation.
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