Reports To: Rehabilitation Clinical and Administrative SupervisorsTitles Supervised: Speech Therapist - CFY, Rehab AidesHours Per Week: Per DiemDUTIESEssential Responsibilities:1.Provide speech therapy services in a professional manner in accordance with approved methods of practice.2.Evaluation, assessment and treatment related to dysfunction as a result of injury, surgery or acute/chronic disease.3.Instruct other healthcare professionals/family members on strategies and specific procedures to assist patients in achieving maximal function and safety.4.Exhibit timely, efficient, satisfactory completion of assignments and documentation with minimal or no assistance.5.Maintain a high level of flexibility in scheduling to accommodate departmental needs.6.Accurately record daily billable treatment times according to the rehabilitation department procedures.7.Participate in departmental and facility in-services.8.Participate in professional education and quality improvement activities.9.Successful completion of Core Competencies.10.Other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualifications:Education: Masters degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited university or collegeExperience: 1 year experience in a long term or acute care settingLicensure: CT license; certified by the national board of certification in Speech Therapy; valid driver's licenseKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:The staff speech-language therapist executes policies and procedures of the Therapy department and The Jewish Home for the Elderly; maintains up to date knowledge of practices and skills in the profession of Speech-language Pathology.