Speech Therapist

About the Role

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most. Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans – Full-Time team members receive Medical, Dental, and Vision; Part-Time team members receive Dental and Vision.
• Paid Time Off – Generous PTO for both Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads – Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education – Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance – We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback – Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

• Help patients get their power back by helping them communicate, swallow, and work to diminish or remediate disorders or deficits.
• Take responsibility for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services.
• Design the plan and work with patients to execute those plans.
• Address the whole patient as an individual, with the goal of designing a program that restores, reinforces, and enhances their speech and communication abilities.
• Adapt to the needs of the patient and find joy in the variety of the work and settings – from cleaning equipment to reporting to meetings.
• Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients get the care they need to thrive.
• Train patients and caregivers on the skills they need to promote independence and productivity.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders or similarly-titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow. We will also accept candidates who are eligible to obtain the Certificate of Clinical Competence.
• Licensed, certified or credentialed, as required in the state of practice.

Pay

USD $50.00 – USD $65.00 /Hr.